20241023 - Korean society is a microcosm of modern society

The rise of conservatism among young men and the debate over reverse discrimination—it all feels like a familiar story. Observing a trend that began to surface in Korea a few years ago now appearing in the U.S. reinforces the idea that Korean society is a microcosm of modern society, a place where both the benefits and the problems of contemporary life emerge first.

 

With the rise of social media, the world feels more like a single city. Just like in densely populated urban spaces, innovative ideas flourish, but the pressure of society also grows. And when some individuals can't withstand that pressure, it seems they turn to hatred and hostility as a form of release.

 

https://www.nytimes.com/2024/10/23/podcasts/the-daily/gender-election.html