gynoskepticism

The cultured alternative to misogyny. Gynoskeptics, while actively rejecting hatred of women and discrimination on the basis of sex, cultivate a healthy skepticism of the culture surrounding neo-feminism and the idealized conception of woman originating in Western thought. Gynoskeptics do not denigrate or marginalize women on the basis of misogynistic canards, but they do acknowledge that, generally speaking, there are psychosocial differences between men and women which should be understood if the sexes are to live in (relative) harmony.
MGTOW, despite its flaws, can be a good entry point for individuals looking to mature into a prudent form of gynoskepticism.
by prevailingwest July 26, 2021
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Jacobating

Prioritizing one's own cleverness over intellectual (or spiritual) growth and substance. Derived from the biblical figure of Jacob, who is portrayed as a trickster and reprobate in the earlier days of his life.
Instead of reading the assigned material, Robert employed the age-old practice of Jacobating in order to reach the minimum word count on his essay.
by prevailingwest July 26, 2021
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political contractor

An individual or entity hired by an interest group to influence public opinion towards some desired end, esp. one with no ideological investment in that particular end as a cause or issue (i.e. acting purely out of financial interest). Political contractors are often expert propagandists, who seek to denature existing language in order to discredit or tarnish its users (typically the opposition).
Krystal, despite her anti-corporatist beliefs, has been a willing political contractor for several multimedia outlets that receive high levels of corporate funding.
by prevailingwest July 26, 2021
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gavulate

To give the appearance of being adamant or decisive, while really having no intention to "make good" on one's promises (or threats). Derived from the tradition of the jurisprudent's gavel in US courts, which is used in television dramas to silence a querulous courtroom -- the gavel, despite conveying the image of power and authority, has in itself no inherent power (and so often proves insufficient at restoring "order in the court" amidst the outbursts of some headstrong witness or defendant). Because the gesture is itself only performative, it relies entirely upon the fear and awe of the hearer in order to retain its power.
"Coach will always gavulate about the importance of 'fundamentals' in basketball. But let a 6'11" kid show up to tryouts and it won't matter whether he can even dribble a ball."
by prevailingwest September 30, 2021
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