Every time I come across someone hurling the term “special snowflake” at another, paired with ridicule of their “safe spaces,” I can’t help but roll my eyes so hard I might permanently damage them. While I’d rather hear “snowflake” than the utterly offensive and widely used term “libtard,” it’s still disheartening. Honestly, we can aim higher than that. There’s no need to perpetuate ableism—especially when we have a president who mocks those with disabilities and an education secretary who seems oblivious to the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA). Then there’s our attorney general, who suggested that special education laws have led to a decline in classroom civility. It’s pretty clear how the GOP views anyone who doesn’t fit their narrow definition of “normal.”
With your new favorite term, “snowflake,” you seem to believe it’s a devastating insult directed at those of us who champion ideas like separation of church and state, equal rights, a woman’s autonomy, universal healthcare, environmental safeguards, and access to quality education. You think we’re just fragile, weak, and devoid of common sense for standing up for these principles. But guess what? You couldn’t be more wrong.
Snowflakes aren’t merely delicate—they unite to create avalanches. And while I know discussions about climate aren’t exactly a Republican strong suit, we all understand the power of an avalanche. It’s akin to people worldwide coming together to march for human rights or rallying at airports demanding justice for refugees and Muslims unjustly detained by our government. Avalanches disrupt the status quo; they can’t be held back. When they come together, they win.
You aimed to use “snowflake” as a slur, but it’s not working. We’re embracing this label. We are snowflakes—strong, passionate, and ready to resist. We demand clean air, equal rights, affordable healthcare, a woman’s right to make choices about her own body, and inclusive quality education for every child. And that’s just getting started.
So, prepare yourselves, because we’re just getting warmed up for a long winter ahead.
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In summary, the term “snowflake” has been repurposed into a badge of honor for those who fight for inclusivity and justice. Instead of being offended, we’ll stand united like the snowflakes we are, ready to create change.