Marginalized and Proud: When Culture Goes Full Feels Mode

In a world desperate to fit in, some things hit harder than a bad blind date. According to the article, 'It's had a profound impact on our culture, especially on people who've felt different and marginalized.' Yeah, those poor souls who can't dodge feeling like the square peg in a circle factory are finally getting a cultural shout-out. It's like society handing out participation trophies to the underdogs, except this one comes labeled 'validation.' So if you’ve ever felt ‘different,’ congratulations! You’re practically a cultural aristocrat now.

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Source: Arstechnica | Published: 8/16/2025 | Author: Jennifer Ouellette