Liberal Communists

After reading Slavoj Zizeck's article Violence: Six Sideways Reflections, I was left part uninspired and part depressed. Today we live in a world of capitalism and globalization, which allows us to connect to the world on so many different levels. Some connections are unfortunate, such as spreading McDonalds to the entire world, while others are fortunate, like being able to communicate with anyone in the world to promote understanding. Another matter that has emerged from this ability to connect is the mass information of the atrocities in the world. Is it just me, or does it seem like anyone can access absolutely any and all problems of any matter? I am overwhelmed by the atrocities of the world daily! And I do not think that I am alone.

This is where the "liberal communist" comes in. In my eyes, the "liberal communist" is the one born into a privileged life, has a good job, and knows of the problems of the world. What makes them different from a money mogul is that they are sensitive and want to help. They are empowered and know that they should make a difference. I see how with great power comes great responsibility, and I think that these "liberal communists" do their best to make honest decisions about helping the world out. How dare Zizeck advise them to commit suicide! If these people died, would his belief that waiting would make things better? Or would greedy capitalism take over? Everyone would consume meat because they would just "wait" for who knows to have the problem of animal cruelty to be solved. "Liberal communists" are a powerful force, and a benevolent force to be aware of.