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RedSurprise
1st November 2009, 01:12
I'm new here, but I must admit to frequently visiting this site for a while now, looking at posts and learning.

I'm from the United States(the Bible Belt, to be more clear) and I don't have many friends who agree with me completely on my worldviews. That is to say, not many people I know are typical Leftists(while they do hold some Leftist views on certain things). The Revolutionary scene here, from what I've witnessed, is nearly non-existent. Making me feel increasingly lonely when it comes to soclialogical/political/economic views. :(

As far as my Leftist stance goes, I'm a Marxist. I have been for about a year. And I'm not really one for sectarianism. I don't believe in "Socialism in One Country" and many of the things Stalin did I don't agree with, but I'm not anti-Stalinist. However, I still have much to learn about all the differing currents(I may adhere to one and not even know it).

Anyways, I look forward to the discussions I will have here, and there's no doubt in my mind that I am going to learn a lot. :D

*Viva La Revolucion*
1st November 2009, 04:06
Hi,

I like your username. :lol:

I think, if you're a Marxist/Communist/Anarchist/Socialist, it's difficult to find people with similar views no matter where you are, but I'd imagine being in the Bible Belt would only make it harder. I'm sure you'll find lots of people here who agree with your views, though.

Jimmie Higgins
1st November 2009, 05:13
Welcome. Yeah, things may be hard now as far as making radical arguments, but just keep in mind that there is no part of the US without a radical history there to reconnect people to and help rebuild.

Also, since capitalism is a system based on inequality and exploitation, there will always be a potential to build a resistance as long as capitalism exists.

manic expression
1st November 2009, 10:53
Welcome to the boards, I hope you enjoy it here, and nice username :thumbup1:.

Q
1st November 2009, 11:22
Welcome :)

Pogue
1st November 2009, 18:10
Welcome to the boards mate