I was just thinking about how much has changed since September. We all came in with our attitudes, we all had our own view about America and about society. There was actually cause for argument in this class. Now... because of some odd twist of events we all somehow agree with the topics or at least we appear to. In a course of 6 months we have figured out that out beloved law enforcement is not so beloved, that our doctors just milk us for our dollars, that the foundation of this country was completely sexist and racist, that capitalism = rich white people, we all in a sense live typical lives, having your kids the natural way might be much better and that "we the people" is basically for shit. Everything before we stepped into this class was known but not really thought about. Either we were completely oblivious or we are being brain washed by the second. Um.. the scale seems pretty balanced if these are the only two choices..
I think Andy just likes the fact we all of a sudden agree, it might be better for his ego.
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Jacara,
Excellent post.
I've noticed this and been disturbed also. We should discuss how to interpret the dynamic - but your post provides the first step.
(Awareness usually is necessary for insight).
Of course, me recognizing the legitimacy of your concern about brainwashing might also be another effective technique in destabilizing resistance. It is good to periodically ask yourself "who is "in control of your mind, your worldview" as Dead Prez suggest.
I also like how you end on questions. "Instead of answering questions, question answers" is often a strategy.
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