Jul 19, 2023 · One word has become unavoidable on the campaign trail — woke. But what does it really mean and where does it come from? The word has a long and serious history in Black …

Sep 30, 2025 · How 'Woke' Went From an Expression in Black Culture to a Conservative Criticism The expression “stay woke” started out as an affirmation for African Americans. In the past …

Apr 25, 2025 · The word woke has become a familiar part of political discourse especially over the last few years. Once used to describe awareness of social injustice, it is now often used as a …

Jun 6, 2023 · “Woke” is now best known as a negative political buzzword used to describe anything deemed too liberal or progressive—like brands that support Pride Month, The Little …

The word ended up being used as a catch-all term to describe left-wing ideologies, often centred on the identity politics of minority groups and informed by academic movements like critical …

This statement signals a shift in the nation’s cultural and political landscape. But what does “woke” truly mean, and how has its significance evolved over time?

Nov 13, 2024 · President-elect Donald Trump and his surrogates have routinely taken aim at the woke movement, painting it as misguided social righteousness. Over decades, “woke” grew as …