Hi all. Lemmy tends to be rather lefty, so I am not afraid to say that my politics lands on the left as far as US politics goes. So my uncertainty isn’t between left and right, but where I fall on the left.
Since around 2017 I have considered myself a liberal of some form. But I have to confess I did not start really doing a deep dive into politics until this current administration. And I have felt conflicted. I try to listen to different commentators. I’ve listened to Destiny, Hasan, Vaush, and various other people. All as reconnaisance - so to speak - and none of them because I necessarily subscribe to with any real confidence. I’m just trying to hear different perspectives.
If someone mentions something about some policy that was passed some time ago, or mention some political figure I’m not sure I’ve heard of, I go look in to it.
I thought this would help me settle on a solid political stance, but I think it has just caused me more confusion and uncertainty. How do you all do it?
Don’t try to attach yourself to any specific label or ideology.
Anyone who calls themselves Capitalist, Socialist, Communist, or Anarchist, is going to be wrong somewhere.
There is no system that give the best outcomes in every situation. There is no one best answer for everything. They all have their strengths and weaknesses. Using the right one for the right situation is going to lead to the best outcomes. And sometimes even a blend will be best.
In short the world is very complex, and everyone is figuring it out as they go. Just be willing to learn and change your mind when the situation calls for it.