Is there any "ist" that is understood correctly by the general public?2012 Wont Happen said:Well, I wear a red star, and I live in the United States. So of course I must be...
a fascist. It makes perfect sense - to someone living in this absolutely politically ignorant country. As a socialist, I will calmly explain to someone why they're incorrect when they compare my views to Stalin's. When the people here compare my views to Hitler (which happens all the time), that's when my shit has been officially flipped.
Still, I get labeled the creepy, quiet art girl. I don't know why I'm considered creepy, though; I wear black 'cause colorful things would get stained by all the graphite and charcoal I use, and I'm tired all the time for medical reasons.
And gee, a lot of 'Scapists get labeled creepy/goth/emo, don't we? Huh.
No, You're a Beat Writer. Says so right there under your name. Enjoy it while it lasts; once you hit Gonzo, you'll be stuck there for a while.Free Thinker said:I am basically the ninja of my school. I'm pretty much invisible to all, except a few friends.
I wear Aeropostale, American Eagle, and most of my jeans have holes or tears in them so I guess that makes me a douchebag? Just because I like the brands and that I look good in them?
On the Escapist, just some random poster.
Unless you get a PubClub membership.
But I had been stuck with "Gonzo" for over a year!
Still, have you found an 'scapist subculture yet? You RP? Like the IRC? Part of any usergroups yet? Its a good way to get your name out, and fun to boot.