That's it. It's the old "Who frames the argument, wins the argument." Anti-scientific, irrational ideas are framed as 'loving, inclusive and tolerant,' while any questions are framed as 'hateful, bigoted and oppressive.'
It's a bullying, undemocratic tactic that cannot be allowed to work.
This makes me think of why over-pathologization, over-diagnosing and self-diagnosing are so troublesome. The focus is on the individual rather than society. Instead of looking at societal values and practices that may be harmful, we create an industry that profits off the idea that if you just "fix yourself", you'll be happier.
That's it. It's the old "Who frames the argument, wins the argument." Anti-scientific, irrational ideas are framed as 'loving, inclusive and tolerant,' while any questions are framed as 'hateful, bigoted and oppressive.'
It's a bullying, undemocratic tactic that cannot be allowed to work.
This makes me think of why over-pathologization, over-diagnosing and self-diagnosing are so troublesome. The focus is on the individual rather than society. Instead of looking at societal values and practices that may be harmful, we create an industry that profits off the idea that if you just "fix yourself", you'll be happier.
Foundation of Capitalism + Oligarchy + Patriarchy = Kakistocracy