The Quest for Clarity

      One phenomenon in the broad landscape of social media has been the rise of cancel culture, which is the outcome of halting support for an individual based on their controversial words or actions.  But is this what really happens in the aftermath? Surprisingly, the clash between celebrity chef Gordon Ramsay and the outspoken Vegan Teacher was a massive success, with not only one but both sides gaining popularity over the controversy.     The battle between the two individuals began when the Vegan Teacher criticized Gordon Ramsey for his dietary choices about eating animals.  However, her arguments devolved into personal attacks over time, calling him as the "devil" and a "psychopath".  Unsurprisingly, the Vegan Teacher received backlash from her criticism of Gordon Ramsey, with most of her videos receiving a massive dislike ratio and hateful comments.          However, what's striking is Ramsay's response - or lack th...

      In the world of literature, authors craft their narratives that reflect their unique perspectives, experiences, and styles.  David Sedaris, known for his humor and keen observations, illustrates his distinctive voice in "Me Talk Pretty One Day," while Firoozeh Dumas, in her essay "The F Word," offers an exploration of identity and language.  Despite their differing subject matters, they both make stylistic choices in their writing that shape the reader's experience.     Dumas's "The F Word" highlights the complexities of identity, belonging, and language.  Through a series of reflections, she navigates her relationship with her Iranian heritage and impact of her name.  Dumas uses parodies to mock others that mistaken her name which is a unique choice to illustrate her purpose of embracing cultural identity instead of being ignorant about it.     In contrast, Sedaris's "Me Talk Pretty One Day" is a collection of autobiographica...

       In a recent satirical piece by The Onion titled "Things To Never Say To A Fan of MrBeast," the article delves into the absurdity of societal perceptions particularly surrounding internet celebrities, focusing on the idolizing figure MrBeast.  Through a series of humorous and mocking remarks, The Onion cleverly critiques not only the phenomenon of MrBeast but also broader societal issues.     The article employs various satirical effects, including exaggeration, parodies, and sardonic remarks.  By presenting statements such as "Here's $10000" or "MrBeast broke into my house," The Onion highlights the extremities of both fandom and skepticism surrounding MrBeast's content revolving around his content of stunts and philanthropy.      Moreover, the satire sheds light on societal issues such as healthcare, and poverty.  Lines such as "Healthcare should be properly funded" or "Isn't it horrifying that the U.S. social safety ne...