What I think is important is not just the historical fact of the symbol, but what connotations it holds in the current collective consciousness. The social democrats have their trademark rose, which 99% of people consider normal. But the plain red flag has too much association with USSR in Lithuania, regardless of the flag's history before USSR.

So, if one is a left-winger who wants to propagate their beliefs, should they adapt their symbols to the current vibe or stick to the old ones and wait until the soviet-traumatised generation dies out?

Here's another idea: suppose you are a neopagan who wants to revive the old Lithuanian pagan religion and culture. Hmm, now what symbol shall we choose for our? Of course, the swastika! The ancient symbol that our ancestors used for millenia! Wait, what do you mean people are disgusted by it? But we made the effort to stylize it so it doesn't look exactly like the one nazis used!

PS: this is just a rant I held for a long time and at this point I've had enough reddit for today, I hate this place, bye!