US President Trump's bizarre remark about a female reporter being a "quiet, piggy" was met with outrage and ridicule. However, what initially appeared to be an example of his typical condescension towards women turned out to be something more unusual – it seemed almost like a childlike attempt at affection or flirtation.
The situation quickly took a dark turn when Trump sat down for a press conference with the Saudi crown prince and proceeded to question Mary Bruce's credentials and insinuate that her family's business dealings with Saudi Arabia were inappropriate. This kind of language is not only unbecoming but also chillingly sinister, reminiscent of A Clockwork Orange.
Meanwhile, Vanity Fair has made headlines for its decision to feature an all-male lineup in its Hollywood Issue, sparking controversy over the portrayal of men and the notion that their underdog status should be acknowledged. The publication's editor, Mark Guiducci, seems to have fallen prey to this narrative, presenting it as a celebration of masculinity rather than a genuine attempt to promote diversity.
The real tragedy here is not Trump's behavior or Vanity Fair's misguided editorial choice but the numerous women who are still struggling for recognition in male-dominated industries. Olivia Nuzzi, the former reporter fired after engaging in a "sexting scandal" with RFK Jr, is one such example. Her book, American Canto, is an attempt to bear witness to Trumpworld and its effects on her life as well as the country at large.
Another woman who has faced backlash for speaking out against power is Sarah Ferguson, the former Duchess of York. Her children's book was cancelled due to public outcry over her involvement in Jeffrey Epstein's scandal. This decision highlights how women are still held accountable for their personal lives and actions, while men can continue to engage in questionable behavior without consequence.
In contrast, Danish author Solvej Balle has had the opposite experience with her 30-year novel On the Calculation of Volume, which was included on the International Booker shortlist and featured in a lengthy profile. Her reaction to not winning the prize is refreshingly humble and down-to-earth, offering a respite from the drama and pettiness that often accompanies high-profile literary pursuits.
The situation quickly took a dark turn when Trump sat down for a press conference with the Saudi crown prince and proceeded to question Mary Bruce's credentials and insinuate that her family's business dealings with Saudi Arabia were inappropriate. This kind of language is not only unbecoming but also chillingly sinister, reminiscent of A Clockwork Orange.
Meanwhile, Vanity Fair has made headlines for its decision to feature an all-male lineup in its Hollywood Issue, sparking controversy over the portrayal of men and the notion that their underdog status should be acknowledged. The publication's editor, Mark Guiducci, seems to have fallen prey to this narrative, presenting it as a celebration of masculinity rather than a genuine attempt to promote diversity.
The real tragedy here is not Trump's behavior or Vanity Fair's misguided editorial choice but the numerous women who are still struggling for recognition in male-dominated industries. Olivia Nuzzi, the former reporter fired after engaging in a "sexting scandal" with RFK Jr, is one such example. Her book, American Canto, is an attempt to bear witness to Trumpworld and its effects on her life as well as the country at large.
Another woman who has faced backlash for speaking out against power is Sarah Ferguson, the former Duchess of York. Her children's book was cancelled due to public outcry over her involvement in Jeffrey Epstein's scandal. This decision highlights how women are still held accountable for their personal lives and actions, while men can continue to engage in questionable behavior without consequence.
In contrast, Danish author Solvej Balle has had the opposite experience with her 30-year novel On the Calculation of Volume, which was included on the International Booker shortlist and featured in a lengthy profile. Her reaction to not winning the prize is refreshingly humble and down-to-earth, offering a respite from the drama and pettiness that often accompanies high-profile literary pursuits.
was either a cringeworthy attempt at flirting or a masterclass in condescension... whoever decided to go with the former wins 
. But let's focus on the real issue: why women are still held accountable for their personal lives while men get away with questionable behavior? 
and it's literally adorable but i was also thinking about this article and i'm like what's going on with the world rn? first trump is all awkwardly flirtatious with some reporter and then he's all shady with that saudi guy. and meanwhile vanity fair is just celebrating being men and not women 
. It's like he's trying to gaslight us into thinking she's somehow responsible for the situation. And then he has the nerve to bring up Vanity Fair's all-male lineup 
... isn't that just a distraction from his own behavior?
. It's actually a really powerful exploration of Trumpworld and its impact on women like her. And what's with the double standard when it comes to accountability? Sarah Ferguson gets crucified for her involvement in Epstein's scandal, but Nuzzi gets fired for... whatever that "scandal" was 
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. Can't we just have a respectful conversation about these issues instead of resorting to pettiness and name-calling? And what's with the fetishization of female vulnerability as some sort of exotic novelty? Solvej Balle's reaction to not winning the Booker prize is like, the ultimate antidote to all this drama 
. Can't we just celebrate women who are unapologetically themselves instead of trying to manufacture controversy?
. And can we talk about how the media is always so extra when it comes to these situations? Like, calm down guys, let's not make this into a circus act 
. What they should be doing is celebrating the women who are killing the game and making waves in their respective industries.
. And Solvej Balle's reaction to not winning the Booker prize is just refreshingly normal, you know? No diva behavior or public tantrums 
.