Practically every main stream internet service I can think about that I have used is littered with fascist or imperialist comments. Anytime I push back against it, I have to contend with a wave of reactionaries jumping down my throat.
Sometimes I wonder what’s the point. As in, should I just back off and not say anything? It doesn’t seem like saying anything makes a difference anyway.
I dunno, I guess I’m teetering on the edge of despair a bit. Fascism isn’t fringe on the internet anymore, from what I can see. It makes me worry for the near future.
Fill disclosure: my friend thinks I’m just too online.
I really like your perspectives. How much time do you dedicate to real-life activism e.g. how much time per week?
Depends on the week. I spent at least four hours a week at one of our party’s free healthcare clinics where I do consult for people that have problems with their energy bills.
This week was busy because we have a protest planned in our city against the rising right wing influence next Tuesday. It took some time planning.
When there are strikes or protests nearby we try to get involved as much as possible. Calling party members to check their opinions or to ask them if they are participating. Organizing teams to visit the picket lines, etc.
Then I have meetings for my youth group to discuss plans for the next weeks and eventually we have to execute those plans as well.
I think I can easily fill 20 hours a week with party work and it’s oftentimes more. It’s basically an extra job at this point.
I spend 10-15 hours myself, altho I commute to meets. lately been doing online stuff for our virtual organizing but i hope we can increase our capacity… our weekly actions are limited by our smaller, recently formed membership
Every action is one towards a better world. Keep up the work, comrade.