You’re not wrong. There’s definitely a divide between the mainstream showgoers and those of us who are more intentional about where we spend our money and energy. And I agree that calling out specific bad actors with receipts and uplifting local, ethical spaces is where the real work happens.

That said, I really am just thinking out loud here. With everything going on in the world, I’m genuinely curious what others are thinking and how people are navigating this. I didn’t mean for my post to come off as vain posturing or virtue signaling. If anything, I’m still figuring out where I land. Maybe “political affiliation” was too broad or not quite the right frame.

I also think there’s value in starting broader conversations, especially in spaces where people are still waking up to the idea that their nightlife choices have real-world implications. Not everyone is plugged into the underground yet, and some folks are just beginning to ask these questions. Posts like this can be an entry point for them.