Writer’s Instagram Story Sparks Debate Over ‘Cancel Culture’ and Racism

One Instagram post, one shocking revelation. Now, a writer wrestles with their own values—and whether ‘cancel culture’ leaves room for redemption.

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2025 November 15 . 5:27 PM

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Writer’s Instagram Story Sparks Debate Over ‘Cancel Culture’ and Racism

A writer recently shared a photo of a soccer player on their Instagram story, only to later learn about the player's alleged racist past. The revelation has sparked an internal debate about the writer's stance on 'cancel culture' and their personal values.

The writer's friend alerted them to the soccer player's past actions, which included performing blackface and using a racial slur. Despite this information, the writer chose not to remove the photo from their Instagram story. This decision has left them questioning their own beliefs.

The writer sees 'cancel culture' as a double-edged sword, believing it can make liberals appear intolerant and offer no room for growth or redemption. They wonder if they should have taken down the post, given the player's past actions. The writer also ponders whether they should completely disassociate from the player to maintain their claim of being equality-driven. However, they also consider the possibility of maintaining a casual relationship with the player, despite respecting racists less than nonracists.

The writer's Instagram story featuring the soccer player remains up, despite learning about the player's alleged racist actions. The writer continues to grapple with their decision and the broader implications of 'cancel culture'. They are left to consider their personal values and the role they play in shaping public discourse.