Here's how I see obesity: as a symptom. The larger problem is over-consumption. In a society that identifies consumption with patriotism, valorizes 'growth' above all else and assigns status according to how much you consume, we compete with each other to see who can consume the most.
Emily LevineWhen you're surrounded by people who share the same set of assumptions as you, you start to think that's reality.
Emily LevineObesity is a drain on the economy - we have to pay for the health care of fat people who are usually poor and canโt afford insurance. Obesity is, well, bad.
Emily LevineObjectivity is the subject subjugating the object. That is how you assert yourself. You make yourself the active voice and the object is the passive no-voice.
Emily Levine