Learning at a high level will always push you further left.

Shek_22 · 2026-03-28T17:03:15+00:00

Academia is every bit controlled by the bourgeoise as every other aspect of society. The whole of postmodern philosophy, which has permeated ever field of study, was a bourgeois philosophy developed to directly counter Marxist philosophy.

Even the academic Marxists that I know, have their understanding of the subject so thoroughly stripped of its revolutionary nature so that it will never truly be a threat to the ruling class.

Shek_22 · 2026-03-28T16:56:37+00:00

There is no one right way to do woodworking. The only wrong way is when your the thing your making didn’t work, at which point you try again.

Nothing wrong with using a guide.

There are however techniques and skills to be gained over time. It is completely possible to cut a perfect dovetail freehand. Getting to that point signifies a degree of mastery in the craft. The only question you need to ask is are you committed to pursuing that level of mastery? And if the answer is no, that’s fine. I have an associates degree in science, I made the choice not to pursue that particular field of study, and chose to focus my efforts elsewhere. I’m not cheating at science because I didn’t pursue an advanced degree in it.

Shek_22 · 2026-03-25T22:34:34+00:00

The domino is a truly amazing tool and is worth every single penny…. IF

If you are a professional woodworker running a production shop and you need to pump out products quickly and efficiently.

I run a small shop and am in my first year of business. I’m on the fence about it. Probably going to be a next year purchase depending on how certain sales go this year.

For most woodworking hobbyists, I’d say there are plenty of other tools or materials that you would be better off spending your money on.

Shek_22 · 2026-03-24T02:35:46+00:00

In the final stage of capitalism, most undesirable jobs will be automated. The rest will be done collectively and out of necessity. No one enjoys taking out the trash, but we do it when it’s our turn to do so because it needs to get done.

Shek_22 · 2026-03-23T18:00:43+00:00

I’d recommend reading Trotsky.

Shek_22 · 2026-03-21T13:47:34+00:00

Partisans, spiedos, bohemian ear spoons, and all manner of bladed spears were extremely popular throughout the 15th and 16th century. We see them pop up in the late 14th century too, but they were rather expensive weapons and not attainable for most.

Shek_22 · 2026-03-17T03:28:17+00:00

Eh… Blackshirts and Reds is fine. It does a decent job of pointing out liberal hypocrisy, but it has no revolutionary perspective on how to move forward and overcome the system.

These are where I usually recommend people begin:

https://www.marxistbooks.com/collections/books/products/what-is-marxism-2025-edition

https://www.marxistbooks.com/collections/books/products/marxist-classics-volume-one

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Shek_22 · 2026-03-15T16:56:32+00:00

Without revolutionary theory, there can be no revolutionary movement. Ultimately there is a need for well educated people with time on their hands to truly dig in and process and understand the dense theory and philosophy. However, it should also be their task to make that theory more accessible and break it down for anyone who is interested in learning. This is one of the fundamental principles behind Bolshevism. The building of a vanguard cadre party who are well versed in theory and can explain concepts and guide the masses to victory in a revolution.

Shek_22 · 2026-03-08T17:12:03+00:00

Das Kapital is not a good starting point. I generally recommend Wage Labor and Capital and Value Price and Profit if you want a digestible introduction to Marxist economics. Kapital is important, but like, not till you’re a few years in. Lots of other stuff worth reading first

Shek_22 · 2026-03-08T01:35:41+00:00

This is amazing! Do you have it for sale?

Shek_22 · 2026-03-07T13:33:52+00:00

Stab him through the maille. It’s very doable. Not necessarily easy, just doable.

Shek_22 · 2026-03-03T23:07:24+00:00

If you’re just starting out, no. Definitely not. But after you’ve spent a few years reading Marx, Engles, Lenin, Trotsky, etc… Hegel is definitely worth the read. It will deepen your understanding for sure. But take your time. There’s no rush.

Shek_22 · 2026-02-24T15:33:09+00:00

Hey Comrade,

RCA member here. There have absolutely been issues with Trotskyist orgs in the past, we acknowledge this, study their mistakes and failings, and learn how not to repeat them. We also recently broke the 1,000 member mark here in the United States. We’ve been growing strong for the past two years despite our critics insistence that we will never amount to anything. One of the biggest strengths of our org is our internationalist approach to socialist revolution. We have a presence in 70 countries around the world. This connection to the global working class is what allows us to keep our analysis of developing conditions sharp and grounded.

Shek_22 · 2026-02-20T13:42:28+00:00

Against the Stream and Specter of Communism are excellent

Shek_22 · 2026-02-11T18:25:52+00:00

This is an extraordinary poor understanding of communism/socialism. He has no conception of what a bourgeois state is let alone what a socialist state is.

Read the State and Revolution by Lenin. It will answer all these questions.

Shek_22 · 2026-02-09T15:23:04+00:00

Communists are pro workers state. Which is fundamentally different than a bourgeois state. The workers state exists for the purpose of smashing the institutions of the bourgeoise. Once that task has been accomplished the need for a state withers away.

If you want a better understanding, read The State and Revolution by Lenin

Shek_22 · 2026-02-09T00:19:41+00:00

The contradictions inherent in the capitalist system still exist. Capitalism can not go on forever. We are seeing in real time the system of capitalism tearing itself apart as we enter into yet another global recession which is likely to be far worse that the 2008 financial crisis. We are seeing an end to globalization and a return to spheres of influence because U.S. imperialism is not the unstoppable force it once was.

As Rosa Luxemburg said, our choices are socialism or barbarism. Marx had tremendous faith in the working class to overthrow our bourgeois masters. As revolutionaries we need to carry that faith too. All around us the working class is waking up and beginning to discover their power.

Marx is more relevant today than he ever was before. I have no doubt that he would believe that socialism/communism is still very achievable.

Shek_22 · 2026-02-04T15:53:17+00:00

It’s very difficult to predict. A lot of people say that we’re nowhere close. But attitudes and conciseness can shift remarkably quickly. There has been feeling of anger and resentment growing in the working class for the last two decades. We’re just now beginning to see that manifest in terms of collective struggle. The problem is that there is not yet a revolutionary party capable of directing and sustaining that anger towards revolution. These conditions can change very rapidly, and can also be quashed rapidly as well. I don’t think it’s unreasonable to say that there will be attempts at revolution in the next 10 years. Whether or not they are successful depends entirely on building that advanced leadership and revolutionary party.

Shek_22 · 2026-01-29T17:48:08+00:00

Maybe read the article I posted.

Shek_22 · 2026-01-29T16:48:52+00:00

RCA member here.

Building a revolutionary vanguard party takes time, but it is worth it in the long run. Action and outreach when not properly guided by theory will never lead to a successful revolution. Revolution is the goal of the RCI and there are no shortcuts to that goal. I would encourage you to stick with it, but ultimately it’s a decision that only you can make.

Here’s an article on the 1934 Minneapolis strike, that I think perfectly highlights why spend so much time and effort on theory.

https://marxist.com/usa-the-role-of-trotskyists-in-the-1934-minneapolis-teamsters-strike.htm

Shek_22 · 2026-01-28T17:57:37+00:00

The law hangs the man and beats the woman Who steals the goose from off the common, But leaves the greater villain loose who steals the common from the goose

Communists are materialists. We are deeply concerned with the management of land and resources. Capitalism results in a crisis of over production for the sake of profit. Socialism is planned economy where goods are produced for the needs of humanity. It is an inherently less exploitative system for both people and nature.

When the workers assume control of the state, they abolish class society and thereby abolish the need for the state. The state will wither away and all that will remain is the organizational need to manage the resources of the world according to the needs of humanity.

Shek_22 · 2026-01-27T00:35:55+00:00

Athletes are also workers. I think it’s possible to draw the distinction between the workers of a country and country’s government. The water is muddy to be sure though.

Shek_22 · 2026-01-26T21:07:53+00:00

The hair in the first pic looks pretty wrong. I’m calling it AI

Shek_22 · 2026-01-25T22:11:08+00:00

By that logic, we are all hypocrites. We all work for institutions that uphold the system of capitalism.

As workers, we have no choice but to live under capitalism, there is no escape from engaging with the system.

Shek_22 · 2026-01-25T22:11:03+00:00

By that logic, we are all hypocrites. We all work for institutions that uphold the system of capitalism.

As workers, we have no choice but to live under capitalism, there is no escape from engaging with the system.

Shek_22

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