Beyond the Screen by Haris

The Woke Mind Virus: How It Spread and Who’s Fighting It The term "woke mind virus" first gained attention post-COVID in 2021. While it’s unclear who originally coined it, there’s no doubt that the world’s richest man, Elon Musk, played a huge role in popularizing it. He has repeatedly used this phrase, even claiming that this so-called "virus" cost him his son. Here’s the backstory: In June 2018, Musk’s 18-year-old son filed a petition to legally change his name and gender, stating that he no longer wished to be associated with his biological father. He also adopted his mother’s surname. According to Musk, this happened during a post-COVID period when the world was still recovering from a massive crisis. At that time, he says, doctors warned him that if he didn’t accept his son’s transition, it could lead to suicidal thoughts. As a father, Musk says it was a difficult moment, but he ultimately signed the legal documents. However, Musk strongly believes that many do...