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Entertainment, Latest, Media, Woke

Disney Axes Woke Series “The Acolyte,” Upsets Extremist Woke Fans

Disney’s latest Star Wars venture, “The Acolyte,” has been abruptly canceled after just one season.

Controversial ‘Woke’ Series Axed

Disney+ pulled the plug on “The Acolyte,” a Star Wars series overseen by director Leslye Headland, following its single, contentious season. The decision blindsided viewers, especially following actor Manny Jacinto’s enthusiastic promotion at the recent D23 Expo. Lucasfilm ultimately decided against continuing the show, leaving its fanbase with a season-finale cliffhanger and no resolution in sight.

This unpredictable termination has stirred debate about the impact of ‘wokeness’ on modern entertainment.

Despite its promotional hype, “The Acolyte” struggled to establish a strong foothold among audiences, leading to this drastic decision from Disney and Lucasfilm.

Divisive Reception and Unresolved Storylines

The show’s debut season faced relentless rumors and encountered a profoundly divided reception. Despite a potent season finale, Disney and Lucasfilm opted not to greenlight a second season. Considering the limited array of upcoming live-action Star Wars series, this cancellation came as a genuine surprise to Woke fans.

Critically, “The Acolyte” earned a 78% approval rating on Rotten Tomatoes. However, the audience score plummeted to a dismal 18%. Criticisms ranged from sluggish pacing to subpar tension, leading many to question if the high production costs were ever justified.

“The Acolyte is no more. The Star Wars series will not return for a second season, EW has learned,” EW reported. 

The series had a strong launch, amassing 4.8 million views on its first day and 11.1 million views globally within five days. It even appeared on Nielsen’s Top 10 originals chart, debuting at No. 7 in its first week and climbing to No. 6 subsequently. Yet, by Week 3, it fell out of the Top 10, only climbing back to No. 10 after the finale aired, which, with 335 million minutes viewed, became the lowest-rated Star Wars series finale.

Corporate Silence and Future Prospects

Disney and Lucasfilm have not provided an official reason for canceling “The Acolyte.” The divisions among fans, due to its female-centric plot and diverse casting, certainly played a role. This echoes previous controversies within the Star Wars community, notably after the release of “The Last Jedi.”

With Disney shifting its focus back to cinema, there are already four new Star Wars movies in development. Furthermore, upcoming television content includes “Skeleton Crew,” “Andor” season 2, and “Ahsoka” season 2. Although this pattern of limited series and abrupt cancellations mirrors the MCU’s trajectory on Disney+, the direction remains uncertain.

The Road Ahead for Star Wars

This decision adds fuel to the fire of an already contentious Star Wars fanbase. Leslye Headland had pitched ideas for a second season and expressed her aspirations for renewal. However, in the current climate, it appears Disney and Lucasfilm are moving towards projects with broader appeal, shying away from controversial ‘woke’ storylines that divide the audience.

“‘The Acolyte’ had a bumpy journey through marketing and release on the small screen, to say the least,” Fran Ruiz said for Space.com.  

As Disney pivots back to cinema, the future of Star Wars on Disney+ remains precarious. With both divisive content and high production costs, the shift towards fewer, more impactful series could see a more strategic and profitable model for the franchise moving forward.

Cancel Culture, Celebrities, Entertainment, Left-wing extremism

Rob Schneider Very Publicly Slams Woke Extremists

Rob Schneider’s comedy acts are riling up audiences, tackling free speech controversies, and pushing his support for Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s presidential campaign.

Schneider’s Comedy Sparks Audience Backlash

Rob Schneider is no stranger to the wrath of the so-called tolerant left. Known for his anti-vaccine stance and right-wing views, Schneider has faced audience backlash on several occasions. Recently, he faced uproar at a charity event in Canada hosted by the Hospitals of Regina Foundation where his jokes were deemed transphobic and misogynistic. Yes, in Canada, the land of …niceness…, Schneider managed to ruffle feathers so much that his performance was cut short and an apology was issued to the audience.

https://ew.com/rob-schneider-offensive-charity-show-set-cut-off-8659906

Schneider’s ability to ‘shock’ might be a badge of honor in his quest for comedy that truly embraces free speech. He argues that speech acceptable to everyone requires no protection, whereas challenging speech does. If hordes of sensitive event attendees can’t handle ‘edgy,’ they might as well stay home wrapped in bubble wrap.

Supporting Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’

In addition to his comedy, Schneider is channeling his energy into supporting independent presidential candidate Robert F. Kennedy Jr. He has even participated in comedy nights aimed at fundraising for the campaign. Unlike the Democrats who have turned into the “party of forever wars and censorship,” Kennedy seems to be giving voice to issues that the current administration would rather ignore.

“We spent five times more than they do in Europe for health care. And we have way worse results. We can’t have 60% of the American population unhealthy, 54% of children. That needs to be the biggest story for you guys in all mass media. The fact that children have chronic illness at over 50%, that’s a 10-12 year-old statistic. So we have to get people healthy,” Rob Schneider said, echoing comments made by his friend Kennedy.

Taking a stand is never easy, but Schneider has shown time and again that he’s not afraid to go against the grain. His political shift began in 2012 when he protested against a bill that required child vaccination exemptions to have medical approval.

Schneider’s support for Kennedy hasn’t gone unnoticed. In fact, it’s caused quite a stir within the Democratic Party. Perhaps because Kennedy is addressing the issues that matter to Americans—health care costs, homelessness, and public health, instead of focusing on foreign conflicts.

Controversial Fundraisers and Hollywood Blacklisting

At a recent fundraiser for Kennedy, Schneider pulled no punches, making jokes about the pandemic protocols and “wokeness.” For Schneider, the event was a night to remember. Alongside other comedians like Adam Carolla, Jeremy Piven, and Michael Binder, Schneider criticized high taxes in California and Disney’s stance on the transgender movement. The event was held at the Million Dollar Theater in Los Angeles for tickets ranging from $150 to $1,500.

“I’m trying to find a new way to make sure Hollywood never f***ing hires me again for a movie,” Schneider said.

It all goes to show that Rob Schneider isn’t about to shut up, sit down, and conform to Hollywood’s liberal agenda. Instead, he’s ready to take risks and speak on issues so many in Tinseltown fear to utter. As Schneider continues to support Kennedy, the liberals’ anxiety can be felt from coast to coast. With Kennedy addressing the issues that matter, it’s no wonder the Democrats are worried

Democrats, Entertainment, Left-wing extremism, Woke

Woke Woman Creates Black-Only Crossword for “Inclusivity”

Have you ever done a crossword and thought, “Boy – this crossword just isn’t focused enough on race”? No, us neither – but apparently Juliana Pache did. She thought crosswords were so racist, in fact, that she made her only black-only version.

Woke Mania: Black-Only Crossword Puzzles

In a world where the Woke brigade never tires of finding fault with everything, 32-year-old Juliana Pache has introduced a black-only crossword puzzle website. Blackcrossword.com was launched in January 2023, offering daily mini-puzzles that spotlight Black culture and history. Apparently, mainstream crossword puzzles are too biased for her taste. And mainstream news outlets can’t stop covering her.

Pache recounted her inspiration, claiming she struggled with a crossword puzzle that didn’t include references she found familiar. Rather than pick up a history book or do a bit more learning, she decided it was time for a whole new crossword experience. One that was more focused on…race.

“I had never made a crossword puzzle before,” Pache said. “But I was like, I can figure it out.”

The Book and The Mission

As if the website was not enough, Pache has also released a book titled “Black Crossword: 100 Mini Puzzles Celebrating the African Diaspora.” Once again, the mainstream media is busy showering her efforts with praise—because nothing says woke like focusing exclusively on one group to highlight inclusivity.

Pache aims to include at least three Black cultural references per puzzle. Her goal, as she states, is to create content that Black people would enjoy and to highlight the diversity within Black communities and cultures.

So apparently “Black jobs” is offensive but “Black cultural references” isn’t? Ok…

Spotlight on Diversity in Crosswords

Pache’s efforts draw on a broader conversation about representation in crossword puzzles. This debate touches on who constructs these puzzles and how inclusive the clues and answers are. Imagine honestly believing something as benign as crosswords needs to become a battleground for cultural sensitivity. There are people doing exactly that, though.

Data journalist Michelle Pera-McGhee’s 2020 project brought to light the gender and racial disparities in crossword puzzle references. With several initiatives underway, makers are now offering fellowships for underrepresented puzzle constructors and creating puzzles for varied communities. 

It’s “interesting because it’s supposed to be easy,” Pera-McGhee said. “You want … ideally to reference things that people, everybody knows about because everyone learns about them in school or whatever. … What are the things that we decide we all should know?”

In today’s world, where everything allegedly has an inherent bias, crosswords were bound to become the next target. Weren’t they? As for Pache, her ostensibly …noble… mission continues to carve out niches and build walls. Blackcrossword.com and her accompanying book are just more examples of how the liberal mindset tends to fixate on color in the name of diversity.

In the grand scheme of things, this initiative might become another footnote in the ever-expanding book of Woke culture. Maybe one day we’ll return to simply enjoying puzzles, without needing a magnifying glass for implied biases and hidden meanings. And when we can’t find the answers, we pick up a history book and educate ourselves…

Ethics, Left-wing extremism, Sport, Women's Sports

Activist Judge Allows Biological Males to Compete Against NH High School Girls

Liberal judge tramples on women’s rights, allows biological male to play on girls’ soccer team

Activist Judge Overrides Common Sense

In a clear display of judicial activism, a federal judge has temporarily allowed a biological male to participate in a New Hampshire high school girls’ soccer team. The outrageous decision flies in the face of the recently enacted “Fairness in Women’s Sports Act,” signed into law by Republican Governor Chris Sununu to protect female athletes from unfair competition.

The judge’s ruling comes as part of a lawsuit filed by the families of two transgender teens, Parker Tirrell, 15, and Iris Turmelle, 14, who are challenging the law. This blatant attempt to undermine women’s sports is being championed by left-wing activist groups like GLBTQ Legal Advocates & Defenders (GLAD), the ACLU of New Hampshire, and the law firm Goodwin Procter.

Liberal Logic Defies Science

U.S. District Court Chief Judge Landya McCafferty, in her ruling, claimed that Tirrell would suffer “irreparable harm” without this emergency relief. Apparently, the judge believes that missing soccer practice is more harmful than the irreparable damage done to women’s sports by allowing biological males to compete against females.

“We are very happy with the judge’s order. It is also what we expected, because we know that this law is unfair and violates the rights of transgender girls of New Hampshire,” said Chris Erchull, an attorney at GLBTQ Legal Advocates & Defenders. 

This statement blatantly ignores the rights of biological females who now face unfair competition. The judge’s decision undermines the very purpose of the “Fairness in Women’s Sports Act,” which Governor Sununu rightly said “ensures fairness and safety in women’s sports by maintaining integrity and competitive balance in athletic competitions.”

The Real Victims: Female Athletes

While the liberal media fawns over this decision, they conveniently ignore the real victims – the hardworking female athletes who will now face unfair competition. This ruling sets a dangerous precedent that could lead to the destruction of women’s sports as we know it.

It’s worth noting that New Hampshire is just one of 25 states with laws protecting women’s sports from this kind of invasion. These laws are crucial for maintaining fairness and protecting the hard-earned rights of female athletes. The ongoing lawsuit is part of a broader national debate on transgender athletes’ participation in sports, with conservatives fighting to preserve the integrity of women’s athletics.

As this case moves forward, we can only hope that common sense and biological reality will prevail over misguided liberal ideology. The future of women’s sports hangs in the balance.

Left-wing extremism, Other, Protests

WATCH: Chicago Businesses Prepare for Fiery But Peaceful DNC

Chicago businesses are battening down the hatches as the Democratic National Convention rolls into town, bracing for a potential storm of liberal chaos that was conspicuously absent during the Republican National Convention.

Liberals Bring Chaos, Conservatives Bring Calm

As the Democratic National Convention (DNC) descends upon Chicago, business owners are taking no chances. The Windy City’s Loop is transforming into a fortress, with storefronts disappearing behind plywood barriers. It’s a stark contrast to the peaceful atmosphere that surrounded the Republican National Convention, where such extensive precautions were deemed unnecessary.

Scott Shapiro, owner of Syd Jerome menswear store, isn’t mincing words about why he’s fortifying his business. “As we know, this city has a poor track record when it comes to protecting businesses,” Shapiro told ABC7, pulling no punches about Chicago’s Democrat-run administration’s failures.

Democrats’ History of Destruction

Shapiro’s caution isn’t unfounded. His store has been looted or vandalized four times since 2019. It’s a damning indictment of the city’s inability to maintain law and order under Democrat leadership. “We felt it was more prudent to board up, since our customers and their employers have told them to stay home throughout the convention for their own safety,” Shapiro explained, highlighting the fear gripping Chicago’s business community.

“We know from past experiences something could ensue so we want to be proactive and get ahead of it,” Shapiro told WGN TV. It’s a sad state of affairs when American business owners have to fortify their stores against their own countrymen – but that’s the reality of Democrat-run cities.

Lefty Protesters Descend on Chicago

While conservatives gather peacefully, the left seems intent on causing havoc. Anti-Israel groups are gearing up for a “March on the DNC” after strong-arming the city with a First Amendment lawsuit. It’s a recipe for disaster that has Chicago on edge.

“We’re not going to do anything different. We’re going to mobilize,” declared Hatem Abudayyeh, national chair of the US Palestinian Community Network advocacy group, seemingly oblivious to the concerns of local businesses and residents.

As if the threat of property damage wasn’t enough, the convention will also feature a rogues’ gallery of liberal elites. President Biden, along with former Presidents Barack Obama and Bill Clinton, and Hillary Clinton, are all expected to endorse Kamala Harris and her running mate, Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz. It’s a who’s who of left-wing politicians responsible for America’s current state of affairs.

A Tale of Two Conventions

The contrast between the DNC and the recent Republican National Convention couldn’t be starker. While Chicago businesses board up and brace for impact, the GOP gathering was marked by calm and orderly proceedings. It’s a telling difference that speaks volumes about the values and conduct of each party’s supporters.

As Chicago hunkers down for what promises to be a turbulent week, one thing is clear: the party of “tolerance” and “peace” seems to bring anything but to the cities it visits. Perhaps it’s time for voters to take note and consider which party truly stands for law, order, and the American way of life.

LGBTQ+, Woke, Woke Education

DeSantis Delivers: New College Purges Leftist Literature

In a resounding victory for conservative values, Florida’s New College has finally cleared its shelves of leftist propaganda. Under the bold leadership of Governor Ron DeSantis, the institution has taken a stand against the liberal indoctrination that has plagued our education system for far too long. Hundreds of books pushing radical LGBTQ+ agendas and other extreme leftist ideologies have been rightfully removed from the library, much to the chagrin of the usual suspects.

While snowflakes are melting down over this long-overdue cleanup, real Americans are applauding the move. It’s about time someone had the guts to challenge the status quo and protect our young minds from the onslaught of woke nonsense. This isn’t censorship, folks – it’s a return to sanity and traditional American values.

Liberals Throw Tantrum Over “Banned” Books

Predictably, the left is having a field day, crying censorship and oppression. But let’s get real – nobody’s banning these books. They’re simply being removed from a state-funded institution that shouldn’t be in the business of promoting radical ideologies. If people want to read about gender theory or critical race theory, they can do it on their own dime.

“We basically tried to communicate to officials that there were educational nonprofits and shelters that were immediately willing to bring trucks and save all of the books … and officials refused,” whined Zander Moricz, executive director at SEE.

Sorry, Zander, but Florida law prevents state-funded materials from being sold or donated. Maybe if you’d spent less time reading about gender studies and more time studying actual laws, you’d know that. The college is simply following proper procedures for disposing of outdated or irrelevant materials.

DeSantis: Making Florida Great Again

This move is just the latest in Governor DeSantis’ efforts to restore sanity to Florida’s education system. He’s already signed laws banning the use of state or federal funding for divisive diversity programs. It’s clear that DeSantis is committed to making Florida a beacon of conservative values in a sea of liberal madness.

“A library needs to regularly review and renew its collection to ensure its materials are meeting the current needs of students and faculty,” a college spokesperson stated, cutting through the liberal hysteria.

Despite the left’s attempts to paint this as some sort of nefarious plot, the truth is far less exciting. This is simply part of a standard “weeding” process that all libraries undergo. But don’t expect the mainstream media to report on that – it doesn’t fit their narrative of conservative “book-burning.”

A Win for Academic Freedom

Ironically, by removing these biased materials, New College is actually promoting true academic freedom. Students will now be free to form their own opinions without being bombarded by one-sided, leftist propaganda. This is what real education looks like – presenting facts, not forcing ideologies down students’ throats.

As we celebrate this victory for common sense, let’s remember that the fight isn’t over. Liberals will continue to push their agenda in our schools and universities. But with leaders like Governor DeSantis at the helm, we can rest assured that Florida will remain a bastion of conservative values and true academic freedom. The tide is turning, folks, and it’s about time.

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Video: Illegals Tell Investigators They’re Registered to Vote

The Heritage Foundation’s Oversight Project collaborated with Muckracker.com to shine light on the problem of illegal aliens being registered to vote – a real problem that Democrats have long denied because they want to continue benefitting from it.

In a video posted on X, Mike Howell, Executive Director of the Heritage Oversight Project, has urged Americans to “declare independence from foreigners deciding our elections.”

“The evidence you are about to see relates to illegal aliens being registered to vote,” Oversight Project Director Mike Howell opens the video. “This is a problem national in scale. The United States of America is for Americans, and our elections only should be decided by them.”

Out of the 41 people surveyed, four admitted they were non-citizens registered to vote. While 41 is too small a sample to extrapolate from nationally, it would imply that about 10% of illegals are registered to vote if we were to. 

You can see their report for yourself below:

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Nobody Likes Working for Kamala Harris

Minimum wage jobs have lower rates of turnover than Kamala Harris’ office, according to a new report.

According to Fox News: “OpenTheBooks.com, which describes itself as a ‘government watchdog organization,’ reported last week that Harris is experiencing a 91.5% staff turnover rate within the Office of the Vice President. The organization, citing payroll records, says as of March 31, 2024, only four of the initial 47 staffers employed during Harris’ first year as vice president in 2021 are still working for her without interruption.”

Those four who stayed were low ranking employees, meaning all high ranking employees jumped ship.

By comparison, since 2021, 127 of Biden’s initial 560 White House staff remain employed today.

During his administration, Donald Trump’s turnover was reported sensationally in the liberal media to paint a picture of a White House in disarray, leading many to snarkily compare to the situation to something out of The Apprentice, given’s Trump’s signature “You’re Fired” line from the show.

Yet by the same logic, the Biden/Harris team is in greater disarray – because Harris’ staff turnover rate of nearly 92% far surpasses President Biden’s rate of 77% and former President Trump’s rate of 72% during the first to fourth years of their terms.

Woke

This Week in Woke, Vol. 2

I’m Josh Slocum for Wokespy and Welcome to the week in Woke. We’ve got three for you this week-let’s go. 

1. 

When a would-be assassin nearly killed President Donald Trump at a rally in Pennsylvania Saturday, July 13, his survival looked like a miracle – because it was. You’ve probably already seen this incredible photograph that caught the bullet that nearly killed the 45th president, in mid-air, just a microsecond before it clipped his ear. 

At just the exact right moment, Trump turned his head away from the crowd in front, allowing the bullet to graze his ear.

Serious questions are being asked across the political spectrum. How did the shooter manage to get onto an empty rooftop with a clear line of sight? How did the Secret Service not notice him?

But what caused Trump to turn his head? It was this chart:

The chart says it all. When Trump cracked down on the problem during his administration starting in late 2019, the number of border jumpers dropped precipitously. And then Biden took office, and the bars on the chart reached up like Manhattan skyscrapers. 

The Twitter/X user who posted the chart injected a bit of much-needed humor into what has been an awful weekend for Americans. 

Others took a similar approach with absurd silliness like this:

And the laughs just keep on coming. 


Especially in times of woe, laughter is often the best (or only) medicine. But there’s always that one party pooper. 

2. 

The Netflixification of reality continues.

A new documentary set to be released later this year claims Abraham Lincoln was a gay man who had “steamy gay sex sessions” with male partners.

Lover of Men, which has a scheduled release date of Friday, September 6, claims to “examine the intimate life of America’s most consequential president” by lying about him.

A two-minute trailer details the background to the film with interviewees from different sides of the political spectrum praising the Civil War president.

Later, it discusses Lincoln’s relationship with Joshua Speed – a lifelong close friend whom the then-president repeatedly offered roles to during his four-year tenure. In addition, the trailer highlights Lincoln’s relationship with Captain David Derickson of the 150th Pennsylvania Infantry, with the two allegedly sharing a bed during the Civil War.

Concluding, the trailer notes Lincoln’s “insistence on equality” and explores hypothetical opinions on the rights of gay people in the 21st century.

According to the film’s synopsis, “Lover of Men widens its lens into the history of human sexual fluidity and focuses on the profound differences between sexual mores of the nineteenth century and those we hold today. The film fills in an important missing piece of American history and challenges the audience to consider why we hold such a limited view of human sexuality.”

When the film’s trailer was shared on social media, many questioned why the documentary makers sought to make “everything gay”.

Others took a more lighthearted view of the documentary.

Ba-dum Tish!

3. 

Duke University says that if you show up on time, take care with details, and believe in individual initiative, you’re a racist. Bet you didn’t know that.

As part of its “Critical Race Theory” series, the medical school aims to “catalyze anti-racist practice through education” and create an “anti-racist workforce.”

The document, which has been approved by the school claimed traditional expectations such as arriving for work on time and well-dressed were aspects of “white supremacy culture.”

“White supremacy culture is the idea (ideology) that White people and the ideas, thoughts, beliefs, and actions of white people are superior to People of Color and their ideas, thoughts, beliefs and actions,” according to the report.

After claiming that the United States is rigged in favor of people “solely because they are White,” the document continued to say that “white supremacy culture” is “power hoarding” at the expense of minorities.

You’ve gotta hear this quote, and you’ve gotta hear it my patented vocal technique, MommyTone. 

“In the workplace, white supremacy culture explicitly and implicitly privileges whiteness and discriminates against non-Western and non-white professionalism standards related to dress code, speech, work style, and timeliness,” “Some identifiable characteristics of this culture includes perfectionism, belief that there’s only one right way, power hoarding, individualism, sense of urgency and defensiveness.”

Let’s see what Twitter/X has to say. 

Others questioned how the practice would work should a patient arrive on time for surgery.

That’s you caught up for the week. If you liked this,  you might like my weekly show Disaffected. Look for it Sundays at nine eastern on Rumble, Youtube, and X. See you next week!

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Wokespy One-Shot: Episode 1

I’m Joshua Slocum with a Wokespy One-Shot:

Republican House Rep. Tim Burchett criticized the head of the Secret Service, Kimberly Cheatle, in the aftermath of the attempted assassination on Donald Trump, branding her a “diversity hire” 

Amid heavy criticism of the agency’s handling of security at Trump’s now infamous rally in Butler, PA, on Saturday, July 13. People are asking how shooter Thomas Matthew Crooks was able to get on an open rooftop around 400-500 feet away from the former president’s stage.

Then we have footage of a female Secret Service agent failing to holster her gun. Along with her inability to shield the 6’ 3” Trump, the Secret Service is under the microscope.

The agency aims to increase the number of female staff to 30% by 2030, while director Cheatle – formerly senior director of global security at PepsiCo – has previously called for more “diverse candidates” to join the agency.

Speaking to Fox News, Rep. Burchett blamed DEI initiatives for the failings at the Trump rally.

“Somebody really dropped the ball. You’ve got a DEI person, a DEI initiative person who heads up our Secret Service,” said Burchett. “You know she was working at Pepsi before this. I know she was a former CIA Secret Service agent, but still, this is what happens when you don’t put the best players in.”

Many on social media were in agreement with Burchett’s remarks about the dangers of DEI hiring.

Others speculated as to whether Cheatle would remain in post should Trump win the presidential election in November.

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