Erik L. Midtsveen 🏴🏳️🌈<p>My journey toward anarcho-syndicalism feels like a natural evolution of my beliefs. My appreciation for owning the media I consume exemplifies my desire for genuine ownership and autonomy, principles that resonate with the core tenets of anarcho-syndicalism. Just as I value my music free from corporate control, I believe that workers should have the same autonomy over their workplaces, free from oppressive influences.</p><p>In an era marked by increasing surveillance, I recognize the critical importance of privacy and self-determination. The idea that state surveillance undermines personal freedoms aligns with the broader critique of authority found in anarcho-syndicalism. Rudolf Rocker emphasized the need for individuals to reclaim their autonomy from both state and capitalist structures, advocating for a society where workers can organize freely without external interference.</p><p>My concern for marginalized communities reinforces my commitment to opposing all forms of oppression. I hold onto hope for a future where everyone can live freely and justly, reflecting Rocker's vision of a liberated society. This aspiration for liberation is central to anarcho-syndicalism, which advocates for immediate change and self-liberation through collective action.</p><p>While some may be drawn to gradual reforms within existing systems, often associated with the revisionist faction, I find that strategy insufficient. Rocker argued that real change requires active participation and direct action, emphasizing that waiting for reform can lead to dependency on external authorities. Anarcho-syndicalism teaches us that true empowerment comes from grassroots organizing and solidarity among workers.</p><p><a href="https://social.linux.pizza/tags/AnarchoSyndicalism" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>AnarchoSyndicalism</span></a> <a href="https://social.linux.pizza/tags/AnarchoSyndicalist" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>AnarchoSyndicalist</span></a> <a href="https://social.linux.pizza/tags/RudolfRocker" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>RudolfRocker</span></a> <a href="https://social.linux.pizza/tags/Solidarity" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>Solidarity</span></a> <a href="https://social.linux.pizza/tags/DirectAction" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>DirectAction</span></a> <a href="https://social.linux.pizza/tags/Syndicalism" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>Syndicalism</span></a> <a href="https://social.linux.pizza/tags/Syndicalist" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>Syndicalist</span></a> <a href="https://social.linux.pizza/tags/ClassStruggle" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>ClassStruggle</span></a></p>