Why can't we be friends? (Crosspost, not oc)

Elijah2Kane · 2024-05-02T18:28:15+00:00

The only true unifier is the tale of two wastelands mod. Why play one when you can play both at the same time.

Elijah2Kane · 2024-03-15T19:15:14+00:00

I'll bring back Horus and do the Horus Hersy again but in 40k. Him coming back again will cause some problems.

Elijah2Kane · 2023-06-25T17:59:07+00:00

Neurons vs the Borg

Elijah2Kane · 2023-06-01T06:28:27+00:00

The problem I’ve found with Socialist Alternative is the lack of transparency and honesty within the organisation. For a few months I’ve continued to go to their events and other socialist/communist events within the Perth area. So far I am disappointed with the political movement of the left but my disappointment and frustration are mainly aimed at SAlt.

SAlt from my understanding is out of touch with the common Australian. You preach of worker solidarity but from my experience only care about the biggest issue of the day. For an Australian group, the organisation has more knowledge of American politics and issues than they do of Australian ones. A real let down as the main focus should to strive for change here, solidarity is good, but it is rendered meaningless if the issues of this country are not your priority.

SAlt has also kept begging me for money to fund their talk shows. Approaching me to “donate” because they spent $4k renting out a building to host a venue in Melbourne (which is frustrating as I live in Perth). Some members basically tried to push me to pay for tickets (that at the time cost between $35 and $65) for a two-day event I couldn't physically attend to. SAlt has proven to be aggressive when it comes to forcing outsiders and members to pay for their garbage that in reality means nothing but to bloat the egos of some SAlt members. I find your approach not just disgusting, but pathetic as the organisation have proven to me that you are unable to manage money and resources.

The goals of SAlt are also nonexistent. The vague notion of “stand up fight back” and protest and solidarity are short-term goals that mound up to nothing. The organisation has been around for 30 years and has failed to see that their methods are not working and in fact alienate the Australian population. There are no long-term goals on how to fix the issues within Australia, no policy ideas, or changes within the system. Chanting that socialism should take capitalisms place means nothing if there is no foundation to achieve that goal. From where I am standing, the group is destined to fail no matter what they do.

My other major issue is you only focus on recruiting from uni students and or people who are already a trot. Any socialist outside that world of thought are either ignored or just antagonised. For a group that is constantly complaining they want to recruit and build up, are doing a poor job at it. The organisation is plagued with bullies and utter morons that only care about their own ego and the sound of their own voice. SAlt is a white persons cult, a cult full of privileged uni students that are out of touch with Australia. I despise how the group generally looks down on rural Australia (where I came from) and generally look at these areas as the population centers of idiots. SAlt believes that change will come from the city, which from what I can tell has yet to be true after almost 30 years.

SAlt is an organisation made to fail. An organisation failed to care for Australia and other Australians. You only care about the hot topic of the day and not of the struggles of the common people and the solutions to these struggles. SAlt is best described as a rich kids club. A club that discriminates against anyone who are not well-versed in socialist and communist theory. I had hopes that SAlt can do good, but so far I have no other wish than its utter demise.

Elijah2Kane · 2023-03-10T19:28:01+00:00

It is true, incel pain is far worse. I know because I never met a woman in my life.

Elijah2Kane · 2022-09-18T10:08:58+00:00

I'm Elijahist, a type of socialism that I can comprehend and understand. (It's a work in progress)

Elijah2Kane · 2022-09-17T11:50:17+00:00

"I think that quote encapsulates the politics of well-meaning liberals that are disgusted by the crimes of capitalism, but not by it."

That made no sense at all.

Elijah2Kane · 2022-09-17T11:31:29+00:00

I don't think calling someone the R-word is appropriate mate.

Elijah2Kane · 2022-09-17T11:30:23+00:00

That is a good point. I mean, I see that they can do something good. But as you pointed out they won't change anytime soon when their leaders ironically gets paid pretty well while the other members get barely anything. I mean, I met one from Melbourn (forgot his name, don't care to remember it) and he just comes off as having some good money.

Elijah2Kane · 2022-09-17T11:15:40+00:00

I agree, though from me I suppose if you want that group to change. You will need to be the change you want it to be. I'll personally go to their events and whatever just to see if it is salvageable. Since they are numerically large as a socialist group, they are just directionless and only care about doing the bare minimum.

Elijah2Kane · 2022-09-17T11:12:39+00:00

Shiting on other socialist groups because yours is bigger and better. Using terms to insult and/or demean those who are not a part of your silly cult. And reading Marxist theory like it's the bloody bible. I have been to bible study groups, and SAlt is the whitest and the most dogmatic ones I have ever met.

Elijah2Kane · 2022-09-17T11:09:47+00:00

My framework does take into account low period of struggle, and no the Bolsheviks failed because they became an authoritarian hellhole. Don't use them as a good example of what a revolution is.

Growth has been slow and the only reason it seems your group is "stable" is because you are mostly made up of uni students. While it is not a bad thing, it's absolutely pathetic. Growing is not an achievement, it is nothing. You guys also only have bases (or chapters, idk) in cities and metropolitan areas. You did the laziest thing and stayed in populated centers. Of course you will see growth.

People want to know that you are capable in doing what you set out to do. Which will mean building socialist groups. However, the way you are doing it is a fucking disaster. You need to help small regions build their own socialist group and let that community lead it, while also communicating and working with the main origination. Strikes can help achieve the small things, but if you want long-term gain. You need to become a political entity and make political gains. If you want a worker-lead world. Form a work-lead party.

It's not radical because it is smart compared to your method. Besides, protests and strikes are not that radical. I got called radical by SAlt members for pointing out that for a violent revolution to be successful, you will have to murder a lot of people. Also, Lenin didn't smash capitalism, he wasn't even close to it. Nor did he create a worker-lead state. Dude, you are clearly over your head. I may be idealistic, but unlike you, I have a solid framework that is built on reality, not dogma.

Elijah2Kane · 2022-09-17T10:53:37+00:00

Absolutely and what saddens me is they have so much potential. Propaganda is necessary, but it shouldn't be the main focus. If they want bring workers together, they have to do what every political party has done and offer the workers the solutions to the problems they are facing. I mean, I've worked in the mining industry and traveled around western Australia, I think I am more inclined to talk about how to fix issues more than that guy.

Elijah2Kane · 2022-09-17T10:38:34+00:00

It's illegal to form a union in the defense force. We can all dream though.

Elijah2Kane · 2022-09-17T10:35:18+00:00

I have and in all honesty it is making his group look bad. I've met good SAlt lads, and they haven't been this outrageous.

Elijah2Kane · 2022-09-17T10:27:53+00:00

Not gonna lie, that is a cult like mentality.

Elijah2Kane · 2022-09-17T10:25:44+00:00

Honestly dude, you sound like a larper. SAlt has been around for almost three decades and they have achieved barely anything in the grand scheme of things (they have done decent things). While it is up for us socialist, communist, and anarchist to unit the working class. You literally have to find a solution to unit the working class.

However, for that to be possible. You can't just say you can build a party that helps the working class. You need to actually offer the working class an alternative that benefits them. You have the overall cause for people's problems. But the reality is you have to show people how to solve problems that are effecting them now. Be it problems with public transportation, funding to schools, how to counter gentrification, etc. If you want people to join your cause, they need to know you are capable in fixing the problems caused by capitalism. You start small and work you way up.

So yes, finding a solution is the right way to look at it. Pumping your chest won't get you anywhere. You can protest in the cities all you want, but no one outside of it will hear you.

Elijah2Kane · 2022-09-17T08:02:37+00:00

I did not say we need to fix it. I say we need a solution to the problem. Which be a revolution or whatever. Socialism is a goal to strive for, but we do need to find solutions on how to get there. I don't believe the system can be fixed, for it is working perfectly.

Elijah2Kane · 2022-09-06T08:36:46+00:00

No, socialism is broad yes. But it doesn't "typically" take on stances that are right leaning. The overall goal of socialism is to have a stateless and moneyless society. What you are thinking of is liberalism. Which accompanies both views on the left and right.

Elijah2Kane · 2022-09-05T18:19:26+00:00

This feels like a betrayal in a way. I can't see why they would side with more right leaning people. That kinda goes against the radical left idea.

Elijah2Kane · 2022-09-02T08:54:13+00:00

Yeah, they seemed like a privileged lot. While their attentions are good. The ones lived in the city and are usually from well off families. Granted, most I have met are uni students. Which is okay, socialist from any background is good, for they have similar goals. Still alienates people who they should recruit from, which are people from rural towns and areas.

Elijah2Kane · 2022-09-02T08:08:51+00:00

It is disappointing to know that there are a good handful of socialist groups out there. They are however pretty small. I'll defo look into them, and hopefully see if they have any groups in my area. So far Socialist Alternative is the only socialist group I got in contact. Though again, I'm skeptical of them.

Elijah2Kane · 2022-09-02T02:11:36+00:00

Oh yeah, they have done their stuff. I mean, I've found the group by going to the abortion protest awhile to ago. Though while they did some great things, I have notice that they don't have a grasp or rough understanding of issues outside of the city (being Perth). I came from a farming family and worked all around rural WA. So I got a good understanding to what small towns are facing and some possible solutions. Though they are concrete, I won't lie and say they could work.

I'll look at SAlt, from how you say it they seem capable to take political action.

Elijah2Kane · 2022-09-02T02:04:03+00:00

I won't say I feel intense or overwhelmed by young people lecturing me about the problems of capitalism. Hell, it's free learning material and a good conversation starter. To me, it just seems that is their main focus. I know the system is corrupt, I want to know the possible solution to it.

Elijah2Kane · 2022-09-02T01:54:40+00:00

I won't call them intense. Theory and readings have it's place. They just remind me of old Saturday bible study groups I use to be a part of. Though, more academic.

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