A recent incident at Crusteez, a donut shop in Islamabad, has revealed a disheartening reality in our society. When a video of a cashier cursing Chief Justice Qazi Faez Isa went viral, a wave of customers rushed to the shop, eager to express their support by buying hundreds of donuts. However, in their haste to react, many failed to grasp the true implications of the situation.
Shortly after the video surfaced, the cashier was terminated, yet patrons continued to flock to Crusteez, convinced they were defending him. Ironically, instead of aiding the employee, they inadvertently enriched the very establishment that had let him go. This made the fact evident that too many Pakistanis are quick to jump on the latest trend, often without understanding the true context.
Caught up in the moment, many took to TikTok to vent their outrage, blissfully unaware of the ramifications of their responses. In their eagerness to champion a cause they scarcely comprehended, they ended up looking rather foolish.
As a society, we must take a step back and reflect before reacting impulsively. It is essential to think critically about the issues at hand, especially before spending our hard-earned money or taking a stand. Understanding the full picture can lead us to make more meaningful contributions and truly support the causes we care about.