### Mediocre or Just the Truth? The Double Standards of Political Outrage
State Representative James Talarico decided to toss the word “mediocre” around when talking about a former House member, who happens to be Black. Now, suddenly, everyone’s clutching their pearls over it.
Here’s the kicker: Talarico’s comment was aimed at a political opponent, but you’d think he’d just insulted the entire family tree. The backlash? It’s like watching a soap opera play out, complete with over-the-top reactions and selective outrage. What’s really going on here?
Let’s be real. Mediocre doesn’t care about skin color; it’s a descriptor that can apply to anyone, regardless of their background. Yet, here we are, diving headfirst into a pool of manufactured outrage. Instead of focusing on the actual issues at play—like the upcoming key contest—everyone’s busy playing the outrage Olympics.
So, who benefits from this drama? Does it distract us from the real problems? You bet it does. This isn’t about Talarico’s choice of words; it’s about keeping the spotlight off the deeper issues that matter.
And just like that, the narrative shifts. Politicians and pundits act like they’re shocked, but we all know the game. It’s about time we start calling out the hypocrisy and realize that words like “mediocre” can’t be weaponized just because they don’t fit the narrative.
So, is it really about the word “mediocre,” or is it just another excuse to keep us all riled up over nothing?
