"Social codes are changing, in many ways for the better. But for those whose behavior doesn't adapt fast enough to the new norms, judgment can be swift—and merciless."

Thanks for posting [@Harley](/user/profile/Harley) This is an essay describing the societal and personal consequences of 'Cancel Culture' with discussions with people who have been cancelled because of accusations; even though they either haven't committed an actual 'crime' or been found guilty by the legal system. It does bring into question whether 'due process' exists anymore in a world where information, opinions and online mobs propagate at speed. Ostracism is a much bigger punishment than some might think and it discusses the effects of this too. It reminded me of a video by Balaji Srinivasan where he discusses this phenomena across different societies in the world which I will attempt to paraphrase: Some systems are clear in saying "We are strong/powerful and you will do what you are told or else" which he attributed to organisations such as the CCP. Another is where they say "You are strong/powerful and you should sympathize and then bow your head in shame" which was equated to some Western Organisations, and that because of intersectionality everyone is some form of oppressor in this system. Within both these systems you end up bowing your head, but just through different mechanisms. Both generally result in a person loosing their wealth in some form. Here's a link to the video [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MMuIyspn7s0](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MMuIyspn7s0)

Social codes are changing, in many ways for the better. But for those whose behavior doesn’t adapt fast enough to the new norms, judgment can be swift—and merciless.