Also, our message below has been published at rationalhardcore.com We strongly recommend also reading the article on the history of "Cultural Marxism" linked in the body of this message.
http://www.rationalhardcore.com/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=179:apolitical-libertarian-culture&catid=35:rationalhardcore&Itemid=59
At PhoenixHeart Records and Rationalhardcore Times, we are working toward an apolitical libertarian culture and lifestyle that many can live and experience. The idea of an “apolitical libertarian culture” may need some explanation for some people: Basically, as libertarianism seeks to get government out of our lives, and “politics” is the sum of government intrusion and interaction in our lives, the maintenance of a lifestyle and culture that is apolitical while holding up libertarian principles (see non-aggression) would be a positive aim of libertarianism.
Marxist leftists, eager to politicize everyday life, are constantly trying to promote and reinforce the hold of their ideology through various mainstream and “hip” forms of media and cultural expression. Hence, “Cultural Marxism” or “Multiculturalism” ( see http://www.worldnetdaily.com/news/article.asp?ARTICLE_ID=55833 ). It needn't be explicit to be effective, as the populace has been taught to take the Marxists' assumptions for granted. Schools, Television, Pop Culture, and various statist agents have already done much of the preparation work behind the scenes.
A libertarian opposition will therefore be outspoken when calling out statist and Marxist attitudes and ideas. Such an opposition would be considered “antipolitical” (against government intrusion). However, while the fight is very important and necessary, the end goal is a sustainable apolitical (without government intrusion) lifestyle.
It may be wise to focus on the goal while maintaining the discipline of the fighting spirit. Taking a cue from the PMA-themed origins of hardcore punk, consider applying the “Law of Attraction”:
Followers of the libertarian and conservative punk movement may notice antipolitical music acts such as ABORT SCENE that are explicitly preachy in their lyrics and messages. Such songs seek to build and maintain the discipline of the fighting (antipolitical) spirit. While many of these works are full of energy and ideas, one must be careful to focus that energy toward discipline and not back at the problem/enemy who will use it to fuel his side of the fight, breeding more politics and therefore defeating the purpose. A disciplined and engaged fighting spirit is necessary given the nature of the issues, but we mustn't lose sight of the goal.
Therefore, PhoenixHeart Records & Media seeks to be a sanctuary where apolitical libertarian cultural expression may be fostered. It is an environment where artistic expressions may be born and thrive without political intrusion and Marxist suggestions.
Do not forget “life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness”. You want to be happy. Everyone does, though some may seem to deny it. Peter Pan had the right idea. PhoenixHeart Records is a libertarian “happy place”. Expect more works of this nature without the surrender of libertarian discipline.
The fight is not the end in itself. That is what statists and political agents mistakenly want you to believe, that you may not succeed. What we want is to live happily without government intrusions. We want to live without Marxist cultural suggestions. We want to experience liberty. Surround yourself with that which is good. Feel it now and carry that experience with you if you wish to win the fight.
CCMD of PhoenixHeart Records & Media
