The realities of cancel culture

Lara Leon

It starts with a girl weeping Tears rush down her face as she looks into the mirror. No longer can she run away from her problems. Now, it seems, every mistake is held accountable.

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The term "cancel culture," as defined by Miriam Webster, refers to "the practice or tendency of engaging in mass canceling as a way of expressing disapproval and exerting social pressure."

Over the past decade, this concept has gained momentum, casting a wide net that ensnares individuals. Ranging from comedians like Kevin Hart, to notorious figures such as R. Kelly, this begs the question: who truly deserves to be subjected to the consequences of cancel culture?

In 2022, singer R Kelly, known for his hit song "I Believe I Can

Fly," was convicted as a sex offender for numerous allegations involving girls aged 13 to 16 The public expressed their disapproval by boycotting his music and canceling his concerts.

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He lost everything; his family, fame and money. Kelly faced repercussions, losing support and faith from his fans due to his unacceptable behavior.

On the other hand, let's consider the case of Kevin Hart, whose cancellation unfolded in the late 2000s to the 2010s. After it was announced that he was hosting the Oscars, he became embroiled in controversy due to tweets considered homophobic from his past. The past that was more than 10 years ago. These tweets, written over a decade ago, resurfaced, leading to widespread condemnation

Kevin Hart apologized, emphasizing that the tweets were wrong and he was truly sorry to those who felt offended, yet nothing worked.

People kept attacking and using the motives that he was homophobic despite the countless apologizing he has recovered

He was sought out to be canceled and to diminish for just one mistake from the past. While it is important to address and scrutinize harmful actions, it is equally crucial to distinguish the appropriate response and consider the potential for growth and redemption

Cancel culture has crossed the line, allowing social media users to bully content creators for simple mistakes. As young people are exposed to social media, they witness and engage in foul actions on dealing with mistakes, perpetuating a negative culture.

Cancel culture has