Oddbean new post about login | logout We are not here to fear our government. Our voice, our power, demands that those placed by us in office to respect and uphold the will of the people—because a government that dishonors its people has no right to govern. Remember, remember the 5th of November. https://i.nostr.build/3zy0HZ2X6Ca4GmB7.jpg
1605 was a very interesting year
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For no particular reason your post reminds me of what was originally published as a 5 part series on building a giant guillotine and a reflection on our time, by artist/youtuber Rusty Cage. Its a weird series, it is very…..artistic. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SakGM31nfec
Omg I know understand what you meant about your dark corners 🥵 I know and agree with the topics he mentioned, but the way he fills, speaks, and images he shows feels like it’s just adding to the already disturbing realities 😵💫
However, twas more of a “holy war”. Catholics vs Protestants rather than the will of the people vs government.
True, the original 5th of November was more about religious divisions than the people rising against government control. But over time, it’s become a reminder of the importance of holding power accountable—whatever the reason behind it back then, today it resonates as a symbol for challenging authority. With the election landing on the 5th of November this year, it felt like a good day to remember that government should serve the people, not the other way around.
Indeed it has evolved to become a symbol for anti-government stances, but as an old Brit with a penchant for UK history, I always like to highlight the original context and reasons.
