the commodification of punk signals that gen z is, unfortunately, more interested in aesthetics rather than truly engaging with the world around them. you're supposed to thrift your bag and gather pins by supporting local bands, art collectives, or making them yourself
sending love to women all throughout the country who continue to fight for our rights, sending love to women who are struggling. sending love to women who are afraid. im so sorry
btw when people say that you should read more, they don’t just mean theory. read anything. read everything. we are a dangerously illiterate country & anything makes a difference. form that hobby now.
if men feel brave enough to say and potentially act upon the horrific things they’ve been saying regarding women on here following yesterdays election result i beg you stand up for women whether they are part of your life or not
straight edge for me not for external validation. when you get older it gets lonelier but thats part of the choice. not everyone stays in this path with you so always remember its a personal commitment. everyone has vices & i choose not to partake in substances for mine.
xxx.
being straight edge is me celebrating my friends and loved ones who have decided to become sober. being straight edge is me remembering and honoring those who are no longer here due to substance abuse and addiction. this is my straight edge.
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