The meaning of the term has changed over the years. President Donald Trump uses it frequently.

You have heard the word "woke" before. Perhaps out of the mouth of a particularly vocal politician, or from your younger cousin. But for a word that gets tossed around constantly, it's surprisingly ...

Yes, “politically correct” dictums can often be absurd. But we all have to be awake to the truth. FG Trade Getty Images “Wake up, Albright!” That was my baseball coach, shouting at me and interrupting ...

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Opinion articles provide independent perspectives on key community issues, separate from our newsroom reporting. “Wake up, Albright!” That was my baseball coach, shouting at me and interrupting my ...

The expression “stay woke” started out as an affirmation for African Americans. In the past decade it has been used by some Republicans — and some Democrats — as a pejorative for people thought to be ...

The expression “stay woke” started out as an affirmation for African Americans. In the past decade it has been used by some Republicans — and some Democrats — as a pejorative for people thought to be ...

This is read by an automated voice. Please report any issues or inconsistencies here. The term “woke” originated in Black culture as awareness about racism and injustice, with roots traced to Marcus ...