Liar's Poker (1989) | How Woke Is It?

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Liar's Poker1989

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What We Think

“Liar’s Poker” is about as non-woke as they come. It’s an unfiltered, gritty look at 1980s Wall Street, with little interest in identity politics or cultural revisionism. If you’re allergic to ‘woke’ narratives, this one’s a safe bet.

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Compromised:Narrative Integrity

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What is this?

The book is notable for prioritizing vivid storytelling and sharp character studies over identity politics. Characters are developed based on skill, ambition, and personality rather than race, gender, or modern ideological priorities. Representation is organic to the story's 1980s Wall Street setting.

Compromised:Cultural Foundations

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Family, religion, and traditional masculinity are neither mocked nor excessively examined, actually, workplace bravado and competition are central themes. The book reflects the cultural landscape of its period rather than attempting to rewrite it through a modern lens.

Compromised:Ideological Monoculture

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What is this?

Critique is directed at Wall Street excess rather than traditional values. Alternative viewpoints (such as different financial philosophies) are presented, and there is no sign of uniform, ideologically 'woke' messaging. Diversity of thought around finance and ambition is present.

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