In the latest episode of “What Will AOC Say Next?” political drama queen, Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, has managed to raise eyebrows yet again. This time, she’s put forward the claim that roads and bridges have racist undertones. Our infrastructure, those concrete and steel marvels that connect one part of the country to another, apparently, harbor prejudice. It’s almost as if every pothole and traffic light is part of a grand conspiracy.
Now, before we all rush out to apologize to the nearest overpass for not recognizing its inherent bias, let’s break this down. According to AOC, the way our cities are planned and how infrastructure is built can perpetuate racial inequity. On the surface, the sentiment that urban planning has historically been used to segregate communities isn’t entirely without merit. However, labeling roads and bridges as inherently racist simplifies a complex issue to a borderline absurd degree. It’s like saying spoons are responsible for obesity—technically involved, but hardly the root cause.
AOC claims roads in NYC are racist. Beyond parodypic.twitter.com/rGN70E4php
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Imagine the next time you’re stuck in traffic on the freeway, and instead of cursing out the construction or the rubberneckers, you realize you’re in the midst of systemic injustice. That’s right. The reason you’re late to your appointment isn’t poor planning or an accident up ahead—it’s because the overpass has it in for you.
But AOC isn’t just about throwing out bombastic statements; she’s also keen on offering solutions. Presumably, these involve more than just giving the Brooklyn Bridge a stern talking-to about inclusivity.
Critics have been quick to roast AOC for her comments, pointing out the seemingly ludicrous nature of attributing malevolence to inanimate objects. It’s important to remember that discussing and addressing systemic inequality is, indeed, important. Yet, there’s a fine line between highlighting genuine issues and turning every aspect of society into a battleground of identity politics.
In the world according to AOC, it seems anything and everything can be boiled down to oppression Olympics. While the intent to advocate for a fairer society is commendable, maybe it’s time to focus on actionable solutions that comport with reality rather than casting aspersions on the infrastructure around us. After all, it’s hard enough navigating road closures and detours without worrying about the moral alignment of the expressway.
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