• Hyperreality@kbin.social
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    9 months ago

    At least 5. Arguably the Israel-Gaza situation, Russia- Ukraine, Sudan(also with Russian involvement), China’s treatment of the Uyghurs, and Myanmar’s treatment of the Rohingya.

    Obviously, those screeching loudest about genocide X, are inevitably entirely quiet about genocide Y, while accusing country Z of hypocrisy. I haven’t named any sides, but if anyone reads this comment and thinks I’m talking about them, perhaps it’s time for some introspection.

    Not that whataboutism is particularly relevant for those suffering. But hey, why would anyone let human suffering and nuance get in the way of some political point scoring, real politik or a nice online shouting match.

    Meanwhile we walk ever closer towards the precipice of the climate apocalypse. If it’s isn’t already too late.

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      9 months ago

      Absolutely. I went through a couple of revisions before settling on 2 based on being current and in the forefront.