WOKENAM: JUAN'S NEW DOGMA

The call to stay woke emerged in the early 19th century as a metaphor for social justice. However, despite early exposure, this globally perceived culture was obscured in some communities. The proponents utilized Creative Research and interviewed active individuals in this echo chamber: one public historian and a professor, one journalist who writes primarily on pop culture to debunk the roots of this culture, and five participants from different universities and organizations in the Philippines who are actively participating in the social and political discourses. The researcher found that the term woke is more prevalent within left politics while the critics are right-winged. However, both could be a target, especially if their political stance no longer favors the government. With the help of existing studies and respondents, the proponents have magnified the idea; contrary to the widespread presumptions, the wokeness of Filipinos is the effect of social realities, and activism is a norm in such culture. Furthermore, the creation is apparent in Philippine democracy; it has been subject to democratic pitfalls because of political polarization resulting from canceling culture. Today, slang embraces progressive activism and is evident in our information ecosystems. This study is vital to human society regardless of their stance and affiliated circle.