What does the Gen Z slang "woke" mean, and why it is being so frequently used

The term "woke," originating from African-American Vernacular English, signifies social consciousness and alertness to ...
Opinion

You hear it all the time, but what does "woke" actually mean?

You have heard the word "woke" before. Perhaps out of the mouth of a particularly vocal politician, or from your younger cousin. But for a word that gets tossed around constantly, it's surprisingly ...
Los Angeles Times

How ‘woke’ went from an expression in Black culture to a conservative criticism

This is read by an automated voice. Please report any issues or inconsistencies here. The term “woke” originated in Black culture as awareness about racism and injustice, with roots traced to Marcus ...
Business Insider

Conservatives say Disney's become too 'woke.' The company's most passionate fans aren't buying it.

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Forbes

Is AI Really ‘Woke’ Or Extremist?

I truly believe AI will be the most transformative technology of our lifetimes. However, even I, a firm advocate for the good I think it will do, can see that there is a huge amount of hype and ...