Public shaming has become a pastime during the twin traumas of Covid and the upcoming election. Judgement, a finger of blame, and subsequent public pressure is quickly brought to bear against those who are perceived to transgress our personal definitions of safety, courtesy, or behavior.

Won’t wear a mask when I think you should? Shame on you. Refuse to vote for my candidate? Shame on you again. Travel too much, eat out too much, seem like you’re having too much fun, not taking things seriously enough….shame, shame, shame, shame. The full weight of social media is quickly brought to bear on you as punishment for your transgression.

That’s the topic this week. Shaming. Is it appropriate? Is it bullying? When does it really work, and when does it backfire? We’ve got some strong opinions, so the conversation is an active one. What else would you expect? Here – this week – in The Deeper End.

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