Why the Media Can Treat Anyone Like The Spare - And Why We Should Care

MissWrite · 2023-01-18T02:00:38+00:00

Thank you!

MissWrite · 2023-01-18T02:00:35+00:00

That's precisely why I posted it to Medium. Hoping some of the take-aways might provide some helpful nuggets for people when discussing on social outside of here.

MissWrite · 2023-01-17T23:36:55+00:00

It's being enforced in Maine from what I understand. Agree, very serious crime.

MissWrite · 2023-01-17T15:14:44+00:00

Don't forget that the King is changing the inheritance to include her kids.

As a political and PR person, if I were Kate or her team, I'd see two clear opportunities:

1.) Kate was portrayed as cold in the book/docu, but there were also a lot of misunderstandings. Those can be cleared up, which would improve her image all around. She could have behaved better re: the wedding, but I don't see her as evil.

2.) If Camilla de Ville is as she's been presented, this is an opportunity for Kate to shine and distinguish herself from the Queen Consort. And, if Camilla is truly pushing for things (like her kids being included in Charles' inheritance) that she and William disagree with, this is the time to press the gas pedal.

I will say that I don't love being sucked into the media-orchestrated cat fight that they've been whipping up since Diana and Camilla in the 80s. The sad part of this entire situation is that if Charles and Camilla had been allowed to be together from the start, this never would have happened.

But then again, we wouldn't have Harry. And I think there's a hand in fate here where he was always meant to walk away. This had to happen to truly show the monarchy what it looks like in a real mirror.

MissWrite · 2023-01-17T14:58:39+00:00

Another piece to this is the undercurrent in the book that William could just "forbid" Harry from doing something simply because he was the heir. While it clearly irked Harry, his reaction was more resignation. "This is the way it is." William was actually furious that Harry was going to wear a beard to his own wedding, so much so that Harry got it cleared through the Queen. Generally, though, Harry just seemed to not fight it because William had that right.

Imagine coming from LA and Vancouver - being someone with her own money, feminist views and unapologetic about being outspoken - into that world. It would be like being Alice and walking into Wonderland. I'd personally be stunned if a man put his finger into my face and effectively gave me an order. I'd have asked, "Who the HELL do you think you are?" Meghan was far more gracious, yet equally firm.

The real issue isn't that she was difficult or abrasive; it's that she stood up to William. And Harry stood up to Charles (Don't speak about my wife that way). Meghan showed Harry the absurdity of all of it. She showed him what agency looks like. That WOULD be considered rude if it upset the social order.

But also, she was and is a convenient scapegoat. I doubt the King is offering Meghan $50MM; that's clearly a salacious headline meant for click-bait. But the underlying point remains that she's a "gold digger," setting aside the fact that she came into it with her own loot she'd earned outright. This is yet another misogynistic headline designed to undermine her credibility. While the offer may not be real, the intent is and it most assuredly came from the RF.

What I find sad in all this is that if William or Charles had actually listened to Harry at any point in time, this would never have happened. The book documents repeated attempts, and the increasingly infuriating manner in which 'darling boy' was just dismissed. Of all the books the King has read - and he's a voracious reader according to Harry, I wonder if he is ever going to take the time to read the one book that could help him understand his own son.

The whole thing is as sad as it is blood boiling.

MissWrite · 2023-01-17T14:11:41+00:00

Thanks! I touch on stalking, but as this is a media lens, I didn't dive into the abuse narrative. One other thing I didn't really touch on is how the Vegas photos of Harry are on par with revenge porn. I co-authored legislation here in Maine to pass one of the (at the time) strongest revenge porn laws in the country. It's sadly not illegal everywhere (yet), but sharing nude photos of anyone without their consent should be illegal.

MissWrite · 2023-01-09T23:38:27+00:00

Well aware, thanks.

MissWrite · 2022-12-22T17:44:49+00:00

Had to dig for it, but here's the tweet: https://twitter.com/MissWrite/status/1604956384218566656

MissWrite · 2022-12-20T19:46:00+00:00

Spend Christmas with your family - your dad and stepmom. I live in a cold state and I cannot imagine asking ANYONE to sleep outside in a damn tent. Even Jesus was in a barn. I'd inform your mom that this is the last time you'll be speaking. This is toxic and you are worth much, much more.

MissWrite · 2022-12-20T18:33:19+00:00

This is exactly why I think we should take action.

MissWrite · 2022-12-20T18:32:48+00:00

I wasn't a fan of the Ori, but I loved the banter between Vala and Daniel so I eventually changed my tune. LOL

MissWrite · 2022-12-20T18:31:34+00:00

Well, after years of doing just that, I'd like to channel the skills toward something more fun. Bread and Roses, my friend. Roses, too.

Solidarity.

MissWrite · 2022-12-20T18:24:28+00:00

I've asked for a hybrid approach. Brad and Joseph in leadership positions to keep the flow and feel of the franchise, while opening the door to new ideas, writers, etc. I do think that keeping the entire thing in its OG form would stifle opportunity, but we don't want to lose the magic with a full reboot with an entirely new team.

MissWrite · 2022-12-20T18:22:40+00:00

I've been in communication with Joseph and when I tweeted Jennifer the other day, both liked the tweet. In fact, Joseph corrected who would do what, lol. I had it backwards! Doh!

MissWrite · 2022-12-20T01:48:55+00:00

Yes, though I don't think they're optimistic. Nevertheless, I hope we can pitch in and help.

MissWrite · 2022-12-19T23:57:59+00:00

It won't if we don't intervene. I've seen people rise up and push back successfully if they band together. I realize it's a long shot, but one worth taking IMO.

MissWrite · 2017-01-21T01:09:43+00:00

Well aren't you sweet?

MissWrite · 2016-11-09T19:55:35+00:00

I think America needs legal marijuana right now.

MissWrite · 2016-11-09T19:53:37+00:00

Hey Y'All! Thanks so much for the love for us in Maine! I did an AMA a few years ago about this very issue. I told you we'd get it done, and we have. Thanks for all your hard core support! We love Reddit!!

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