Emily is doing the Erasmus thing all wrong: you first go through the flirty Italian and the helpless Parisian before settling down with the British investment banker who will pay your bills for the rest of your life. *Then* you go back to Helpless Parisian and Flirty Italian.
Funnily enough, if this man had chosen another political path (literally anything which would have not involved running with Trump) he may have been able to spark an interesting conversation about class, privilege and feminism, which is so sorely needed. But, alas. He went for the catlady thing.
I actually see why he may appeal to left behind voters, including women. I do not understand, however, why he would appeal to Trump at all. Or his sons for what matters, none of whom seen to be to have the necessary intelectual or emotional depth to understand this book.
In a strange way, this is an incredibly feminist story - the whole life of this most neglected of kids revolves around the good work of a strong woman and her tribe. In an even stranger way, I think this is what his cat lady comments are trying (and failing miserably) to convey.
This is a disturbing read. Itâs really well written. Mostly relatable for folks who did not grow up in a privileged background. Got to me when he started praising his absent dad and blaming his mom, as most emotionally stunned men do. But then he got it.
About to board an unexpected flight. Bought âHillbilly Elegyâ on the spur of the moment as I had nothing else for a long trip. I must say I am enjoying it a lot so far.
The small share of contrarian takes that aren't foolish means a lot of thought should be put into the ones you publish
For a few weeks, no matter where I am, or which podcast I am listening to, Apple Podcast exclusively gives me adds addressed to Spanish speakers in the US. Anyone else thinking of joining the US Custom and Border Force or shopping at OâReilly Auto Parts?
A last thought on this: this is why I donât believe quotas by themselves work. Because they depart from the wrong premise, at least in developed countries where (most) women have control over childbirth.
I donât really feel I can wish Ukrainians âHappy Independence Dayâ, in current circumstances, but I hope my Ukrainian friends stay safe, and mark the day with pride in their country & its survival. And I hope that next year, they can celebrate its success in driving out the Russian invasion.