"When we say that certain individuals or groups “aren't punk...” because they make choices that don't fit into our definition of what punk is, we are denying their right to define themselves as they wish. We also force people who are looking for a home in punk to leave part of their identity —part of who they are— at the door so that they can be accepted, i.e. “You can hang out, as long as you don't talk about __________.” This is just one way that punk continues to be a subculture that alienates individuals who would probably make our communities stronger if they felt more welcome."
-http://shotgunseams
some people I know could seriously use some studying up on this shit.
I think my personal punk motto will be: "insular, but working on it!" haha...
