I just wanted to ask this question as I have heard this talking point mentioned several times here on Lemmygrad, but with little follow up or explanation. I myself am very curious and am actively pursuing joining a local chapter of a party, but I am in a very precarious place in my life, and I would like to inform myself as much as I can before making my final decision.
So what exactly would potential consequences of joining a communist party look like? Do you have any personal experiences with issues or discrimination that arose from your membership to a communist party?
Could these effects be mitigated by joining under an alias? Are the effects permanent? Will being a member prevent a person from traveling internationally and receiving a passport? Will being a member hurt chances of admissions to universities or jobs even if it is not disclosed? Will being a member be discoverable during security clearance checks and prevent the taking of a government job?
I’m sorry for the amount of questions, I’m just very curious, but simultaneously worried about the permanent repercussions that might arise from me seeking to join a party, especially in the heart of the Imperial Core. Thank you for your help and guidance.
You’re very welcome. It’s hard figuring out our place in the world, especially when we’ve realised that whatever our role will be, it will be unorthodox. I think you’ll do okay, for what it’s worth.
It is a difficult road ahead, even more so when, like you mention, you have to try and find a place for unorthodox goals, dreams, aspirations, and worldview. Especially in a world that sees those that worldview with hostility, meaning there is no standard path to follow as with other jobs, goals, and dreams.
I am fearful of the future, while simultaneously hoping I can leave my mark on the world. A strange combination.