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[–] [email protected] 7 points 2 years ago (1 children)

Likewise, I don't speak to many people outside of the US.

I think you'll find that westerners tend to be more loose with thier definitions. We adopt analogies and political shorthands very quickly.

Additionally, many "progressive" Americans like me are extremely critical of nationalism. Capitalist and conversation Christian propaganda is everywhere here, and it cultivates a short of hyper sensitively to certain subjects. I'm very critical of states, especially socially conservative or militaristic ones.

In your situation, supporting a communist party might be your best choice, just like mine is voting for capitalist Democrats (over Republicans).

I hope you make more Western friends. You'll surely teach them new things and vice versa.

I like you and I respect you. I need to go to sleep (it's 1:15am here). Take care!