Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre's use of the word 'woke' seems to have struck a nerve in some Liberal circles. (Ryan Remiorz/Canadian Press - image credit)The word "woke" — originally used to describe awareness of discrimination — has been adopted by figures on the political right to discredit policies and politicians they consider too progressive, experts say. Givens said it was used as a term of vigilance, calling for greater public awareness of racial discrimination. "I think a defence of, 'Yes I'm woke and proud of it' is unlikely to succeed because the term 'woke' has become so thoroughly appropriated," Saul said. Givens said she doesn't think the historical context of the term is understood by either the Liberals or the Conservatives.

Source: CBC News September 17, 2022 19:38 UTC