The original meaning of being 'woke' was being aware of social inequalities, specifically racism. It's usage seems to have been subverted to a negative thing, it suggests an insencere concern for issues, being overly sensitive or just plain silly.
If being woke is an insult, the subtext is that speaking out/being concerned about injustice or issues likes racism is also bad... Am I missing something obvious?
When did it become wrong or a weakness to make yourself aware of the issues that other people may have?
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What is wrong with being 'woke'?
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Whyistheteacold · 22/12/2020 21:28
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