Baltic neo-pagans were rigtfully culturally suppressed from using swastika as "symbol of Sun". Hammer and sickle also signifies millions of deaths and decades of repressioms. It is even forbidden in some post soviet countries along with swastika. Lets find something less damaging to represent marxist ideas.

@Humana

[–] Humana@lemmy.world 1 points 4 months ago (2 children)

I don't believe in these sweeping absolutes. Context and motive are important parts of any equation of what's "acceptable".

[–] justinas@soc.dudenas.lt 0 points 4 months ago (1 children)

@Humana
I think the only system to believe in here is sensitivity to feelings and histories of others. If you don't mind triggering literally millions of people whose families were hurt by soviets, it is your choice.
And wouldn't you be against public display of swastikas if they are displayed by "neopagans" and supposedly symbolize Sun?

[–] Humana@lemmy.world 1 points 4 months ago

Do you ban them from museums? Textbooks? Documentaries? No because they are in an appropriate context. I would never wear or display a swastika and I feel disgusted to see one displayed by anyone with pride. Context and motive matter...