So, ally YOUR way or no ally at all? Isn’t that abusive towards someone that is offering allyship?
Instead of saying “here’s the point, and you’ve missed it”, care to clarify the point?
I see no point in “allyship” being comfortable. I mean, if you feel uncomfortable being an ally, why be one? If you are an ally, you should be comfortable with supporting the LGBT+ community.
Or is that not the point at all?
If not, then I’d like to ask something else that is still straying from “the point”: WHY does allyship have to be uncomfortable?
Because when you truly are able to engage in allyship that will require you to recognize that we are all living in an oppressive environment where we are taught, from day one things that ultimately hurt other people. That means calling yourself out constantly and recognizing that, YES, while you may not mean these things, you can be oppressive. And furthermore, while you may consider yourself an ally, you can still fuck up and perpetuate the harmful shit that people are trying to get away from. Allyship that’s worth something will require you to have uncomfortable conversations with people who are part of majority groups you belong to. It means calling out your friends, your family, etc and having conversations that may potentially alienate you.
It feels like it’s been far too long since the heartwarming delight of Steven Universe was in our lives—but the wait for more Crystal Gem goodness is nearly over. Steven Universe is back January 4th, with a whole week of episodes!
The event is ostensibly to celebrate Steven’s Birthday, but really, it means we’re getting five episodes, one a day, between January 4th and January 8th commonly called a “Steven Bomb” by Cartoon Network, who announced the show’s return with a press release today. Here’s a rundown of the new episodes, as well as a new picture from the first episode in the line up, “The Answer”:
STEVEN-BOMB 4 (EPISODES) – [ January 4th – 8th ]
“The Answer”– Garnet finally tells Steven the story of how she came to be a Crystal Gem.
“Steven’s Birthday” – Steven has a birthday party out at the barn, and decides he has some growing up to do.
“It Could’ve Been Great” – The Gems take a trip to the moon.
“Message Received” – Steven has doubts about believing in everyone.
“Log Date 7 15 2” – Steven sneaks a listen to a friend’s audio diary.
Ahh the games we play. Yes indeed, that’s a true addiction. I love the moment when I can confront someone with it, take them to the point where they are forced to admit they don’t want to be allowed, and then make them beg to be denied for much longer, their fantasies becoming a reality even as they speak the words…
