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Removing the whip
If we peek under the mantle of our cultural and political references I am sure there are many that have historic sources that are contentious. While history and tradition are interesting, especially from a reflective context, we now live in a world of plain speaking, and in a society that moves quickly. 21st Century modern politics should reflect this and be communicated appropriately, which means modern, simple, clear and concise discussion.
Dr Martens
I grew up with Dr Martens, and they represented everything that my Generation X upbringing stood for: independence, individuality, and more than a little of not pandering to the status quo. And they did it all with exemplary quality and high design standards. But they sold out in 2013.
This volte face is a two fingered response by a company whose principles underlined a significant part of helping my generation walk a path of original thinking, activism, and the courage to call out those who had tried to control and manipulate us.