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Chimamanda Adichie Speaks On Social Media, Donald Trump, And Feminism by realmedia(f): 6:51pm On Feb 04, 2019 |
Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie sat down for an interview with FRANCE 24 and she shared her thoughts on topics such as social media, Donald Trump and feminism. The Americanah author, while speaking to FRANCE 24's Sonia Dridi during the first "Night of Ideas" in Washington, said the most challenging issue of our time is critical thinking. She said: One of the things I find most concerning is that I think critical thinking is imperial. I think that we have to be very careful that we don't lose sight of how important it is to think critically. I sometimes worry that technology means that we lose sight of empathy. And this evening I talked about how social media can sometimes make us forget that there's an actual human being on the other end... I think that the ability to think critially and the ability to feel empathy those are very important. Sharing her opinion about social media and its uses, she admitted that she is not a big fan of social media but agreed that it can be a good thing if used right. She added; I think like most things in the world, it's not so much that it's inherently bad, it's how we use it. When asked if she thinks that "Trump's America empowers public display of racism" , she replied: "Absolutely" She added: We have to remember that it's in this period, in this presidency, that we have had people who parade publicly and they are very open about being white supremacists and it is important to remember that people have died, that a young woman was mowed to death by somebody who is a white supremacist. "What was your reaction when you heard Donald Trump refer to African countries as shithole countries," Sonia Dridi asked to which Ms Adichie replied: Oh, I didn't have a reaction. I think that some things are not worth reacting to. Some things are just inconsequential. Speaking more about Trump, she said: I think that the American president is very similar to an African Big Man in so many ways, sort of intentionally and stubbornly ignorant, very disrespectful of everbody else... that short of thing. Chimamanda added that many women have now been forced awake in the Trump era because they have come to realize that there are many rights they previously enjoyed that are now in jeopardy. This, she said, has made more women become involved in politics. She added: I'm very excited about the number of women who are becoming politically active. I find it very exciting because I think it's long overdue quite frankly, but also because it's wonderful to know that women can now run as individuals rather than running as 'The Woman Candidate.' In the end, my idea of feminism is one in which people can be individuals. So, I find it very exciting and I'm kind of looking forward to what will happen. via https://onecornergizt..com/2019/02/chimamanda-adichie-speaks-on-social.html 8 Likes 1 Share
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Re: Chimamanda Adichie Speaks On Social Media, Donald Trump, And Feminism by realmedia(f): 6:52pm On Feb 04, 2019 |
check the video here> https://onecornergizt..com/2019/02/chimamanda-adichie-speaks-on-social.html |
Re: Chimamanda Adichie Speaks On Social Media, Donald Trump, And Feminism by itspzpics(m): 7:11pm On Feb 04, 2019 |
Re: Chimamanda Adichie Speaks On Social Media, Donald Trump, And Feminism by princechurchill(m): 7:27pm On Feb 04, 2019 |
And she's ashamed to talk bout the President of her country and their state of leadership 13 Likes 1 Share |
Re: Chimamanda Adichie Speaks On Social Media, Donald Trump, And Feminism by CaptainGOOD: 7:30pm On Feb 04, 2019 |
Keep making us proud dear, May ur haters hit rock of misfortunes since they don't like success 16 Likes 2 Shares |
Re: Chimamanda Adichie Speaks On Social Media, Donald Trump, And Feminism by Nobody: 9:37pm On Feb 04, 2019 |
This lady always looking for donald Trump attention. Donald Trump only respond to important people. You can never get his attention. Try hard bitc h 40 Likes |
Re: Chimamanda Adichie Speaks On Social Media, Donald Trump, And Feminism by Hunry: 9:42pm On Feb 04, 2019 |
leave trump alone, na correct jigga 19 Likes 1 Share |
Re: Chimamanda Adichie Speaks On Social Media, Donald Trump, And Feminism by Nobody: 9:42pm On Feb 04, 2019 |
princechurchill: 8 Likes |
Re: Chimamanda Adichie Speaks On Social Media, Donald Trump, And Feminism by Boyooosa(m): 9:43pm On Feb 04, 2019 |
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Re: Chimamanda Adichie Speaks On Social Media, Donald Trump, And Feminism by Nobody: 9:43pm On Feb 04, 2019 |
I agree with everything she said except her thoughts on Donald trump . She supports democrats so I don’t expect her to be sane while speaking about trump. 28 Likes 1 Share |
Re: Chimamanda Adichie Speaks On Social Media, Donald Trump, And Feminism by bishop4life(m): 9:43pm On Feb 04, 2019 |
I thought she is/was a Nigerian? How come she careless about Nigeria but feminism and Trump ish? 15 Likes |
Re: Chimamanda Adichie Speaks On Social Media, Donald Trump, And Feminism by MrSix: 9:44pm On Feb 04, 2019 |
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Re: Chimamanda Adichie Speaks On Social Media, Donald Trump, And Feminism by Boyooosa(m): 9:44pm On Feb 04, 2019 |
Everybody just dey survive under the heaven...she's one of us. |
Re: Chimamanda Adichie Speaks On Social Media, Donald Trump, And Feminism by amaniro: 9:44pm On Feb 04, 2019 |
beamtopola: Who is this? Trump will loose his reelection Wooffly 7 Likes 1 Share
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Re: Chimamanda Adichie Speaks On Social Media, Donald Trump, And Feminism by MrSix: 9:44pm On Feb 04, 2019 |
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Re: Chimamanda Adichie Speaks On Social Media, Donald Trump, And Feminism by 0koyeeboz: 9:44pm On Feb 04, 2019 |
First, she was looking for Hillary's attention, then she moved to Michelle and has now faced Trump. No matter where "those people" are, hawking dey always dey their body. 3 Likes |
Re: Chimamanda Adichie Speaks On Social Media, Donald Trump, And Feminism by leeikem(m): 9:45pm On Feb 04, 2019 |
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Re: Chimamanda Adichie Speaks On Social Media, Donald Trump, And Feminism by Fedayeen02: 9:45pm On Feb 04, 2019 |
Chimamanda doesn't give a rat ass about Buhari because he is just dumb to be noticed. Buhari endorsing a Photographer as Kebbi governorship candidate 12 Likes 3 Shares
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Re: Chimamanda Adichie Speaks On Social Media, Donald Trump, And Feminism by MANNABBQGRILLS: 9:46pm On Feb 04, 2019 |
What was your reaction when you heard Donald Trump refer to African countries as shithole countries," Sonia Dridi asked to which Ms Adichie replied: TRUE, SO TRUE!! 4 Likes 1 Share |
Re: Chimamanda Adichie Speaks On Social Media, Donald Trump, And Feminism by 0koyeeboz: 9:46pm On Feb 04, 2019 |
Fedayeen02: Same way Chinua Ashebe didn't reckon with Ojukwu and travelled to America fxcking college girls when his brothers were dying in the war. Nigger said he was a Biafran ambassador. 4 Likes |
Re: Chimamanda Adichie Speaks On Social Media, Donald Trump, And Feminism by hucienda: 9:46pm On Feb 04, 2019 |
The western liberal order that thrives mainly on identity politics has found a willing poster girl. 15 Likes 1 Share |
Re: Chimamanda Adichie Speaks On Social Media, Donald Trump, And Feminism by Fedayeen02: 9:47pm On Feb 04, 2019 |
0koyeeboz:Pray to be as important as her sandals 17 Likes 1 Share
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Re: Chimamanda Adichie Speaks On Social Media, Donald Trump, And Feminism by Fedayeen02: 9:48pm On Feb 04, 2019 |
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Re: Chimamanda Adichie Speaks On Social Media, Donald Trump, And Feminism by 0koyeeboz: 9:48pm On Feb 04, 2019 |
Fedayeen02: Direct that prayer to your father, he needs it more. 8 Likes |
Re: Chimamanda Adichie Speaks On Social Media, Donald Trump, And Feminism by EHI9ICE(m): 9:48pm On Feb 04, 2019 |
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Re: Chimamanda Adichie Speaks On Social Media, Donald Trump, And Feminism by OkpaNsukkaisBae(m): 9:48pm On Feb 04, 2019 |
I disagree with you... Trump is absolutely right. We know you are a liberal Democrat. Nothing for you,, Hilary and crooked Nancy Pelosi. 7 Likes |
Re: Chimamanda Adichie Speaks On Social Media, Donald Trump, And Feminism by Fedayeen02: 9:49pm On Feb 04, 2019 |
0koyeeboz: 3 Likes 1 Share
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Re: Chimamanda Adichie Speaks On Social Media, Donald Trump, And Feminism by Nobody: 9:49pm On Feb 04, 2019 |
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Re: Chimamanda Adichie Speaks On Social Media, Donald Trump, And Feminism by Fedayeen02: 9:50pm On Feb 04, 2019 |
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Re: Chimamanda Adichie Speaks On Social Media, Donald Trump, And Feminism by 0koyeeboz: 9:51pm On Feb 04, 2019 |
Fedayeen02: I like your picture. You look like leftover food. 3 Likes |
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