Discrimination

08 Apr

How Gays Helped Win World War II

StaffCultureAlan Turing, Bletchly Park, Britain, code-breaker, Discrimination, Enigma, German, LGBT, WWII

Alan Turing, a mathematician, logician, and cryptanalyst, played a pivotal role in shaping the outcome of World War II. His contributions to code-breaking and the development of computing laid the foundation for modern technology and altered the course of history. However, Turing's story is not just one of intellectual brilliance; it is also a testament to the resilience and contributions of the LGBTQ+ community during a time of adversity. Born on June 23, 1912, in Maida Vale, London, Turing demonstrated exceptional intellectual prowess from an early age. Educated at Cambridge University, his groundbreaking work in mathematics and logic earned him…

08 Jun

The Pipe Dream of Fascism in America

Staff WriterPoliticsAmerica, Authoritarian, Control, democracy, Discrimination, Fascism, Freedom, Pipe Dream

Fascism and American capitalism represent two distinct ideologies that have historically clashed due to their fundamental differences in principles and goals. While capitalism prioritizes economic freedom, competition, and individual rights, fascism emphasizes a centralized and authoritarian state, suppression of individual liberties; such as banning books, making women second class citizens to control their bodies and the subordination of economic interests to the goals of the nation, for instance. Exploring the incompatibility of fascism and capitalism will highlight the ideological conflicts that arise when these two systems intersect. Fascism promotes a strong control and centralized government with absolute control over all…