Clash the Truth

"Clash the Truth" emphasizes the importance of speaking out against everyday instances of oppression. The collage captures a pivotal moment of a conversation in which two people are discussing affirmative action. While the individual on the right argues against the policy, perhaps referencing the myth of meritocracy or reverse racism as supporting evidence, the individual on the left disagrees but hesitates to speak up for fear of creating tension. The latter individual regrettably holds back their words until an internal teleprompter urges them to “Talk Back," at which point they lurch forward and unleash a stream of arguments in defense of affirmative action. The piece recognizes the difficulty and discomfort in calling attention to others’ microaggressive comments, but ultimately favors speaking out as a moral duty and a source of personal release.

All of what you said /

It went right over my head /

And now I'm gone

"Clash the Truth" - Beach Fossils