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At a recent Senate hearing, things took an interesting turn that seemed to cast a spotlight on the strange and sometimes baffling priorities of today’s progressive politics. Republican Senator Josh Hawley took center stage to scrutinize a report proposing alternatives to traditional policing. Instead of sending more funds to the police, the report suggested investing in “safe space initiatives” for certain groups, including those identified as “2Spirit.” Naturally, this left many scratching their heads, wondering about the connection between 2Spirit and reducing crime rates. Hawley, never missing an opportunity to poke a few holes in the argument, asked the million-dollar question: what exactly is a “2Spirit”?
One might expect a confident definition given that the term was included in the report, but the author of this very report was left fumbling for words, admitting he didn’t exactly know the answer himself. This awkward silence and backpedaling was enough to fuel a room full of chuckles and bewildered glances. How can one advocate for something they can’t even explain? The whole exchange was like watching a poorly rehearsed school play where the lead actor forgot their lines. It seems the “cut-and-paste” approach to progressive jargon, where terms are slapped onto documents without much thought, might be their Achilles heel.
The exchange was a classic case of letting someone trip over their own shoelaces. Hawley read back the report’s wording to the author, who appeared more like a deer caught in the headlights than a policy expert. The moment was both entertaining and enlightening. The discourse highlighted how some individuals in politics seem more intent on showcasing their wokeness than providing concrete solutions. It’s not every day you see someone crumble on their home turf, especially over something as fundamental as explaining the contents of their own proposals.
Behind the humor and the hiccups, there lies a real issue. The constant push for policies based on trendy vocabulary rather than practical understanding is concerning. The lack of clarity surrounding “2Spirit” just amplifies how some progressive ideologies are more about signaling virtue than making sense. It’s as if crafting these policies is akin to sharing term papers in college without truly understanding the material—just swap buzzwords and hope nobody asks you to elaborate.
This event is a reminder of why politicians should be held accountable for the words and ideas they advocate. As entertaining as it is to watch them squirm under scrutiny, it’s also a critical function of our democracy to ensure that policies are made with genuine intent and understanding. Instead of crafting narratives filled with empty jargon, there’s a pressing need for a return to thoughtful policy-making that serves the real needs of the public. Until then, the cycle of confusion and comedy will likely continue, giving pundits and comedians plenty of material to comment on.
