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RE: To My Anarchist Friends: Why do You Hate Sports?

in #anarchy8 years ago

Oh my gosh... I'd never thought about it, but now that you mention it, there IS this disdain for sports and entertainment in the Libertarian and Anarchist circles. I'd noticed that many of us tend not to have televisions, and those I know most closely spend their free time in a creative pursuit of some sort - and yes, there's a bit a sneer aimed at someone who'd watch crap TV or go root, root, root for the home team. I think it comes from the drive to be an awake, aware creator rather than primarily a consumer (carrying with it the connotation of being on autopilot). Fascinating post, and a reminder that it's all voluntary. Thanks!

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"I think it comes from the drive to be an awake, aware creator rather than primarily a consumer"

I understand that some people might prefer to create than to watch sports. What I don't understand is the disdain, like you mentioned. It's cool if one person wants to write a novel or create internet memes. It's also cool if another person wants to play baseball or go to a football game. As long as neither are depriving me of my liberties, I don't care. Go have fun. I'm going to do what I want to do - so stop making it a point of antagonism.

As I said - Live and let live! That's anarchy!

Thanks for the comment. I appreciate it!

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