Having finally read Rene Girard within the past year, it's hard not to see his mimetic theory and scapegoat mechanism everywhere. Particularly on social media.
The reactions to Jason Arday fit almost perfectly, regardless of which "team" you're on.
"Once they’ve decided that the police have acted inappropriately, something emotionally inside them requires that they deify the victim."
This aligns with Rene Girard's thesis on mimetic violence and the scapegoat mechanism. They need to highlight the victim's heroism and innocence in order to deify and unite against the "oppressors" and thus restore social cohesion. The problem, of course, is that it becomes hyperbolic leading to unchecked victimism and never actually resolves into true unity.
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As a former agnostic now converting to Catholicism, I'll try to briefly explain. It may seem paradoxical, but by surrendering to the highest part of the hierarchy you actually liberate yourself from the lower. It is the ultimate freedom. And it is your choice. Say yes and see what happens. Or keep saying no, and continue to be chained to the lower.
We declared a "waffle Wednesday" in our house and tried @simonsarris Falstaff waffle recipe. Truly amazing. 4/4 kids and 2/2 adults approve.
My 11 yo summed it up best: "these make me happy inside" ♥️
It's pure narcissism. Most conductors need a healthy dose to effectively command an orchestra, but the great ones imo know when to step back and make it a dance between two partners vs a one man show.
I'm not even sure she's really in charge anyway - based on this short clip they seem to be following the concertmaster more than her.