people really, really dont want to hear that there are instances of genuine antisemitism in the anti-zionist movement that need to be addressed.
being anti-zionist is not antisemitic, but there ARE antisemitic ways to be anti-zionist. get it?
ive seen posts uncritically reblogged onto my dash that imply that jews israel has a secret vice-grip on usamerican politics, that israel is forcing the US to support them, or that there is a worldwide cabal of zionists working behind the scenes to direct international politics. thats conspiracy thinking, and it does need to be addressed.
but because zionists love to call every criticism of israel, no matter how reasonable and grounded in reality, antisemitic, people have a knee-jerk reaction to hearing criticism on that front. (this may also be rooted in a leftist tendency to not see antisemitism as being "as serious" as other forms of bigotry, but i am not personally very well versed in this phenomenon.)
this framework also ignores the centuries of history showing how the USA does this exact kind of thing constantly. its extremely obvious why the USA is backing israel, and it has nothing to do with israel forcing anything, and everything to do with israel being a strategic investment for the US. the US has been blatantly wanting middle eastern oil for so long, its basically a meme/joke at this point. like, youre letting the US off pretty lightly here.
anyways this is your reminder to be open to good-faith criticisms of the way you talk about israel. you can, and should, criticize israel without being antisemitic. if someone points out an antisemitic trope or conspiracy thinking in something you say, please take it seriously.
Okay LOOK how calm and peaceful he looks. Sitting alone there, in his own world. But also how sad he looks. The artist has done a really good job with the contrasting colours. His world is literally cold and blue right now and he just wants things to change. But he knows things don’t change in Gotham. It never does.
And then there’s the fact that his bike is there-
This boy drove- HE DROVE to sit on a bench and feed these birds. And no he didn't just hand them a leftover bite of his sandwich as he sat on a bench. No no no, he BOUGHT the breadcrumbs! Look at the little paper bag!! He bought breadcrumbs and drove his bike to sit alone on his bench and feed the pigeons.
This is what he does to calm down and unwind and empty his head from the bat-filled chaos he experienced. It's canon to me so yeah l'lI never shut up about this. My heart can't handle this information. I need to give this boy a hug
( @thatslayer ) batphone voicemail: ❝ anything can be a cage. ❞
Spoken like an animal. Rather ironic how the man who dresses like a Bat by night isn’t the one to make the statement. However, he understands what she means. Gotham is his cage, an inescapable confinement due to its never-ending and relentless crime that he feels so burdened to stop. “And what do you consider to be your cage, Ms Lehane?”
I got no chill and a large obsession with a lot of things. So this year, I'm tracking it! Okay, so this year, is the year of recs! (you may have seen some of my posts, but I also have an extensive queue, so maybe not (check out the #recs on my page)). Actually on time since it's June (my birthday month! Here we go!)
Anyways, I've created a collection for this year overall and then also for each month! Let's check out May's stats -
Works read (&finished): 41
Fandoms (top 8):
1 - Harry Potter: 22
2 - Teen Wolf: 11
3 - Bridgerton: 4
4 - DCU: 1
5 - Star Trek: 1
6 - The Flash: 1
7 - Batman: 1
8- Young Justice: 1
The rest didn't make the first drop down section of AO3, so oh well! Let's check in on relationships (top 8):
1 - Harmony: 8
2 - Sterek: 8
3 - Dramione: 6
4- Polin: 4
5 - Tomione: 3
6 - Drarry: 2
7 - Harry Potter/Hermione Granger/Ron Weasley: 2
8 - Stydia: 2
A little more than a handful of recs were reread/added to the list this month:
Harry Potter:
Turn by Saras_Girl
Summary:
One good turn always deserves another. Apparently.
The Commoner's Guide to Bedding a Royal by olivieblake
Summary:
Objectively speaking, Hermione Granger knows Britain has a monarchy, just as she knows Prince Draco (the grandson of the current King of England) is probably off somewhere living his royal life in total unrelation to hers. Seeing as she isn't delusional, she doesn't really expect to be his friend. She doesn't expect anything that comes after, either. Dramione, modern royalty AU. COMPLETE.
Teen Wolf:
Hemingway Can Suck It by orphan_account
Summary:
“For those of you who just transferred into this class or simply decided that day one wasn’t important enough to attend, I’m Professor Hale. Welcome to English 346, The American Novel.”
Stiles is pretty sure his mouth is hanging open right now and that his eyes are wide with shock, because holy fuck, he thinks he knows why his students transferred. Hell, if he was still an undergrad, he probably would have transferred, too.
(Or: In which Stiles is a Biology professor and Derek thinks he's a student.)
Note: French translation by the lovely enso-infinite now available (link inside)!
Safety in Silence by Survivah
Summary:
It's perfectly understandable. Even Derek wouldn't want to be Derek's soulmate.
Star Trek:
Leave No Soul Behind By whochick
Summary:
If you're Starfleet, you spend your whole life wishing you never see an EPAS uniform right up until the moment they become your only hope. Whether you're dying a slow, cold death in space, or a long painful one on some godforsaken planet, they're going to come for you. So count your last breaths, son, and hold on tight. They leave no soul behind.
EDIT: Amazing trailer made by Тигр Бумажный :http://youtu.be/9mn8Cxju070
Batman / Superman:
ship-to-ship combat by pomeloquat
Summary:
Clark, in an attempt to make some spare cash, unintentionally stumbles into the world of superhero fanfiction, becomes a prolific writer for Gotham's OTP, and tries his best to fend off rival fans who want him to convert to superbat instead.
Alright, that's all folks (mostly), for fun, here are the top 8 additional tags from the stories that I read in May:
Doorstep Mobile Repair: The Future of Smartphone Service
From the sweet chime of our morning alarms to the lullaby of late-night texts, smartphones are more than just communication devices. They've weaved their way in our lives just like a chatty parrot on a pirate's shoulder, always chirping, forever present. So, it's safe to say that when our insistent little buddies fall sick (read: malfunction), our lives can fall into a spin-cycle of chaos. Ever wished for a magic wand that could fix your broken screen or a laggy processor right at your homely comfort? Well, dreams do come true! Say hello to Doorstep Mobile Repair Services, our very own superhero making house calls.
The Power of Convenience in a Rush-Hour Life
Imagine it's a groggy Monday morning and your smartphone screen goes rogue. Juggling between coffee sips and sighs, would you have the time or the will to tackle traffic combustion then wait in a long queue at the repair store? Add to it the hassle of parting ways with your beloved device. A little dramatic? Alright, but that's our reality, we are inseparable from our phones. There's the catch - it's time to call in the Doorstep Repair Services.
Imagine them like Batman or Batwoman, swooping down on their two-wheeler Batmobiles (sans the intimidating music) armed with the toolkit, ready to wrestle with the smartphone glitches right in your living room. No waiting, no traffic snarls - a white-glove service that respects your time and provides a super-convenient solution. It’s like ordering a pizza but with a side order of tech-expertise!
Cost-Effective and Transparent: Say Goodbye to Under-the-Table Dealing
Repairing smartphones, especially high-end models, can rip your pocket beyond the tear line. With jacked-up prices and hidden costs, the traditional repair store's bill might resemble a cryptic puzzle. This scenario feels as appealing as hugging a cactus, doesn't it? This is where our capeless door-to-door heroes shine.
Transparent pricing and cost-effectiveness are the holy grail over here. They come prepared, with a fair estimate that includes original spare parts. You can actually see the entire process unfold. It’s like watching a riveting episode of a tech-repair reality show, with you holding a front-seat, no tickets required.
Quality & Trustworthy Service At Your Fingertips
Let’s be real, handing over our personal devices to strangers sounds as fun as inviting a vampire for a sleepover. It's our worries meeting our nightmares. But that's the beauty of door-to-door mobile repair services - it’s a trust-fest. You have the control and you oversee the entire repair process.
This neat and transparent system helps build customer trust like super-glue, strong and quick. Plus, all these tech-wizards are certified professionals who know their resistors from their capacitors quicker than the time it took me to check these terms on Google!
On-site Repair: More Than Just A Passing Trend
Enough of the puppy eyes at the broken screen or the stubborn power button. Put the control back into your hands with on-site mobile repair services. They aren’t just a passing trend, folks, but the future of mobile servicing. It's time to embrace this wave of convenient, cost-effective, and trustworthy service. After all, the future is knocking down your doors, literally and figuratively.