Opinion articles provide independent perspectives on key community issues, separate from our newsroom reporting. Yes, “politically correct” dictums can often be absurd. But we all have to be awake to ...

Nowadays, though, it’s often misused to describe things that aren’t even political. Here are 15 things people often label as "woke" but really aren't. You might hear someone call veganism "woke," but ...

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 ...

Howard Stern has clapped back at critics while talking about rumors of him getting fired because he is “too woke.” Clarifying ...

Shock jock radio host Howard Stern balked Thursday at the claims that he has gone “woke” amid rumors of his retirement, ...

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 ...

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 ...