Free write (1 sentence/question): 1) What is your argument? 2) What is your counter argument? 3) List two points you will use to respond to the counters. by Vickie Vertiz

vickievertiz — 2026-02-10 01:13:23 UTC

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2026-02-10 01:19:16 UTC

Bad Bunny’s halftime show was a culturally significant and unifying celebration that brought Latin music and heritage to one of the biggest stages in the world, relating with many fans and showcasing diversity in mainstream American entertainment. And no better place give a message than the Bay Area.
Critics argue the show was un American claiming that performing mostly in Spanish and emphasizing cultural symbolism detached from what they expected from a traditional Super Bowl halftime performance.
The performance celebrated cultural inclusivness and unity, sending a positive message “The only thing more powerful than hate is love” and honoring diverse audiences at a national event.
Many fans and celebrities praised and raved about the show's energy and creativity which shows how the music and props were widely enjoyed even by those who don’t speak Spanish.

2026-02-10 01:20:36 UTC

Cancel culture has gone way too far! People of power and money are able to easily recover easier than people of lesser power. Discouraging learning and growth of an individual. Creating fear amount students that are able to speak up about a topic that needs to be discussed. People tweeting online about protest that have no clue about what is really going on. But on the other hand it holds people accountable for their actions and wrong doings.

2026-02-10 01:20:52 UTC

Even in a feminist and women promoting movie Ryan Gosling as ken received attention and won an award. Evidence being he won major music award for this. Counterargument being that he can have won for performance and actually deserved. Although it was more of a funny and not to think an award winning performance just character development in the movie.
Showing that men are more praised in award ceremony and the mass media. Evidence Ken being a side part to main character barbie kind of being funny and adding to the role. Then getting all the attention. Some can argue the feminism work is still present even with award.

Andrew Kamienski, idk why my name fancy hedgehog

2026-02-10 01:21:23 UTC

Hot Take: The Love Island coupling-up ceremonies pressure contestants to adhere to hetero norms.
Evidence: My evidence portion will include analysis, reference to scholarly concepts, and media discourse on the topic. I will analyze the structure of the show in comparison to structures set in society regarding heteronormativity. To build on this I will dive into Lauren Berlant & Michael Warner “Sex in Public”. Here I will discuss how heteronormativity is significant in terms of opening up to oneself vs the public. In addition I will tie in discussion of love island on numerous social media platforms including tiktok, reddit, and more as I continue to investigate discussion on the topic of specifically heteronormativity.
Counter: The producers, David George, Adam Sher, Richard Bye, and Jordana Hochman, have not come out with anything saying the show is made for only straight people, and yes there have been some bi contestants, but with the way these ceremonies are set up the contestants can’t even think to consider coupling up with the same sex. I know that girls like Cierra and Chelley got fans excited when they made out during a challenge on the season, but ultimately they fail to offer same sex exploration and even discourage it with the overall structure of the show.

2026-02-10 01:21:27 UTC

The hidden medicine in Minx: how this 70s feminist dramedy closes out its second season in a catchall display of feminism as it comes to us in real life

1) My argument is that the feminist messaging in the show Minx (specifically in the last episode) goes beyond what meets the eye.

2) To counter this take, I could argue that the feminism that is shown in the show is up front, mostly displayed through the shows literal theme of a feminist magazine.

3)I will analyze Joyce's development and growth as she learns what true feminism is and the ideas of support and grit ingrained in this praxis. I will also analyze the character of Doug Renetti, often framed as the anti feminist because of his role as a straight white man, but what really makes him so anti feminist in the end is his willingness to fall prey to capitalism. He is not inherently mysogynistic as a human, but he will prioritize power over all else and this is not something that can go along with feminism.

2026-02-10 01:21:42 UTC

1. My argument is that black female artists like Cupcakke use their music to express their feminism and their sexual autonomy.

My counter argument is that many people simply see this music as crude rather than politically correct.
The two points I will use to counter it is that black women reclaiming their sexual autonomy is something which is necessary for feminism. I also argue that the hate towards black female rappers is politicized and a result of racism.

2026-02-10 01:22:36 UTC

1) What is your argument?

My argument is that Barbie presents itself as feminist, but it still reinforces body anxiety by centering thin and idealized bodies.

2) What is your counter-argument?

A counter-argument is that Barbie includes diversity and is meant to be satire, so it should not be taken literally.

3) List two points you will use to respond to the counters.

First, even in satire, repeated images of thin and “perfect” bodies can affect how people feel about their own bodies, especially young women.

Second, while the film shows diversity in race and careers, most main characters still share similar body types, which continues to limit how body diversity is represented.

2026-02-10 01:23:16 UTC

1. I think second-generation K-pop had stronger stage presence and more unique performance styles. Groups focused on live singing, clear concepts, and memorable choreography that felt different from each other. The stages felt more raw and energetic, while many current performances seem too polished or similar because of trends and heavy production.

2. Some people argue that modern K-pop has better performances because idols today are more technically trained. Stages now use advanced technology, creative camera work, and complex choreography, which can make performances more impressive and visually appealing.

3. Many second-generation groups like BIGBANG, Girls’ Generation, and 2NE1 were known for strong live vocals and unique charisma. Fans often revisit older award show stages because they feel iconic and spontaneous. Also, older performances relied less on backing tracks, which made them feel more authentic and connected to the audience.

2026-02-10 01:23:42 UTC

1) women and feminine people in male dominated fields are important and add value to the space. Even with all the barriers faced women/non men/feminine people can still excel within male dominated industries.

2) there’s a reason that certain industries are male dominated and it should stay that way.

3) its important to open our mind to the reality that sometimes non men are better at these jobs within male dominated fields/industries - bringing new prospectives, opportunities, ways of doing things, etc. An example of this within welding (a male dominated job) is that women tend to have really good fine motor skills and attention to detail which is really important in technical work. Some women are also quite a bit smaller than men lending them an advantage for welding in small/confined spaces.

-Alanna

zhuoying_ren — 2026-02-10 01:24:02 UTC

What are my claims?
I argue that the Madonna–Whore Complex in popular narratives such as romance dramas and web novels doesn’t protect “good” women at all, but disciplines all women by turning sexual purity into a fragile and externally controlled requirement for sympathy.
The evidence：
The evidence for this appears in recurring narrative patterns where female protagonists must remain sexually innocent to be rewarded or sympathized with, while side characters who display sexual awareness or ambition are punished through sexual humiliation or violence that retroactively marks them as “impure.”
Counter-arguments:
A counter-argument is that sexual punishment in these narratives is used for dramatic effect rather than as a moral or disciplinary mechanism. Another counter-argument is that audiences can distinguish fiction from reality, so these narratives don’t actually discipline real women.

2026-02-10 01:24:19 UTC

Streaming platforms use queerness more as a branding tool than a real commitment to showing it in general, since algorithms and homepage promotion often hide content like this, unless users actively search for it. This allows platforms to look progressive while still centering straight, “safer” stories.
Queer shows are rarely promoted on homepages and are often buried in niche categories, while critics like GLAAD call out rainbow capitalism and companies like Disney and Netflix have cut, softened, canceled, or under-promoted queer-led content. Platforms also use queer-baiting in marketing, hinting at representation without fully committing to queer leads.
Some people argue that platforms are businesses that follow viewer data and that streaming has still expanded queer representation compared to older TV, giving more creators opportunities even if visibility is uneven.

2026-02-10 01:24:39 UTC

Comedians are using anti-wokeness as a way to avoid accountability and growth. Comedy, as a sector of pop culture, reflects culture as it shifts, and therefore is not immune to evolution.
"Wokeness" is ruining comedy — people are too sensitive nowadays, and comedy is just meant to entertain. The “extreme left” and “P.C. crap” suppresses comedy by policing jokes. — Jerry Seinfeld
Comedy is more than entertainment! It's influential and informative and has a big impact on how audiences think and speak. Using Roxanne Gay's guest essay in the New York Times about Dave Chappelle's comedy special to help guide that conversation. Also, many comedians entertain and are edgy, while still being unproblematic. Using Nikki Glazer's Grammy hosting as evidence.

2026-02-10 01:27:07 UTC

Although contemporary Japanese Anime has reached its peak in production standards, it still lacks subjectivity in the construction of female characters. Many of the currently popular and well-known anime series feature male characters as the main protagonists, and female characters do not make up the majority. In many cases, they appear as images dependent on male characters. The logic of female costume design is not based on survival on the battlefield, but on the audience's "gaze". This kind of design seriously deprives the characters of their action ability and narrative depth.
We can specifically analyze the misalignment of gender, class, and body politics through the phenomenal work "Demon Slayer" : let's take Mitsuri Kanroji as an example. Although she is set as an elite warrior with tremendous strength, her battle suit features an open-collar design that exposes a large area of her chest. This design is logically disconnected: on a battlefield where life and death are fought, no practical function requires such exposure. This proves that her body is first and foremost an object to be observed, and only secondly a fighting individual.
Some people might argue: "This is just an anime aesthetic and there's no need to overreact." Moreover, many female characters are very powerful in themselves, and their costumes are merely used to reflect their personalities or to enhance the entertainment value of the work. When the logic of women's clothing all points to "pleasing the male audience", this is no longer a personal aesthetic but a structural gender oppression.

2026-02-10 01:27:23 UTC

My argument is that Sabrina Carpenter’s music and image are celebratory in women being able to express their sexuality freely; she isn’t in any way objectifying herself.
The counterargument I’m using is that her music is harmful to the progression of feminism because of her submissiveness.
Two points:
- She acknowledges her romantic/sexual choices being somewhat contradictory but she’s unapologetic in owning it
- She uses sarcasm in her lyrics to show that she’s the one whose in control and the men she chooses are not; the submissiveness is deliberate

2026-02-10 01:27:24 UTC

1. I argue that the public perception of Heated Rivalry's Shane Hollander (and actor Hudson Williams) reflects Western ideals of anti-Asian racism and heteronormative masculinity. This is evidenced by social media reactions to the show/character and the actor's public appearances, which feminize Shane/Hudson.

2. I think a counter could be that the show is actually a step in the right direction, as there is little representation for Asian men in Western media that portrays them as sexually desirable.

3. point 1 - fans have declared that Hudson is the "princess of Wasia"; a tweet with 51k likes states, "hudson is the princess of wasia and connor storrie is the king of employment". It is clear that there is a feminine characterization of Hudson that does not apply to Connor.

point 2 - Hudson/Shane are half-white and half-Asian. This is a recurring theme in Asian male romantic leads in Hollywood. Their proximity to whiteness grants them access to white masculinity. But they are still seen as more feminine than their fully white counterparts, because of their Asianness.

2026-02-10 01:29:25 UTC

Karol G's Contigo music video shows the beauty of love in many forms, as it's Karol G and queer artist Young Miko portraying love interests although Young Miko did not even sing in the actual song.
The music video is queerbaiting because Karol G is straight, or has never come out as being queer, so the video was made just for attention and likes.
If the video was made for attention, it would have been catered toward the male gaze, especially, but it was not. There was nothing too sexually explicit about the video either it was sentimental and cute. Also, a person should not be forced to come out; it could have also been recognition for queer Latina women in general.