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Many now view the outrage against George Lopez's remarks as a reflection of a deeper cultural shift—a societal trend where the act of being offended seems to grant individuals a sense of empowerment. Some argue that this outrage is often coupled with self-congratulation, suggesting that individuals derive satisfaction from having their feelings hurt and pressuring public figures into making disingenuous apologies. This phenomenon prompts the question of how society defines progress in terms of tolerance and acceptance.