TikTok creators blend internet culture with communist ideology

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TikTok creators are producing communist-themed video edits, aiming to counter far-right content with a blend of historical figures and internet culture. These edits often feature figures like Karl Marx and historical revolutions set to popular music, sometimes incorporating mythological concepts like "Red Shambhala" as a communist utopia. The trend reflects a broader effort by some young creators to make leftist ideologies more engaging online, though the sincerity of the content is debated.


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