u/ZealousidealMonk4728

I’m trying to figure out where I fit politically and would really appreciate some perspective.

I was a socialist for many years before becoming a Christian. I still strongly agree with a lot of socialist ideas, particularly economic equality, workers’ rights, solidarity, and caring for people who are struggling.

At the same time, my Christian beliefs have given me some more socially conservative convictions. I believe God created humanity as male and female, while also believing that LGBTQ people deserve dignity, equality, safety, and protection from discrimination.

I’m also personally opposed to abortion in most circumstances, although I don’t think the government should impose my religious beliefs on everyone else. I’d describe myself as personally pro-life but politically pro-choice, and I’d rather see fewer abortions through social support and helping families than through criminalization.

I’m wondering whether there’s room within socialism for someone who has relatively conservative theological views on some social questions.

I’m genuinely asking because I’m trying to understand where I fit, not trying to start an argument.

I want to say this upfront, I am not trying to be edgy or rage bait anyone with this post. It is an honest and deliberate attempt to grow and understand.

I was a socialist for many years before accepting Jesus Christ as my savior, and since that time have struggled with my beliefs. I want to identify as a socialist still since I believe in most of what Socialism stands for. But I struggle with trans ideology. Namely I absolutely believe in equality for the LGBTQ community, and will always stand for members of the trans community against hatred. buy I personally believe God created us Male and Female, and that God doesn’t make mistakes.

I also believe that abortion should only be in certain exceptions such as rape, incest, fetal abnormality, or danger to the mother. I don’t want laws that restrict legal access to them, but I’d like to see them a lot less. I’d say I’m personally pro life and socially pro choice.

This puts me at odds with a lot of socialists, and I‘m kind of lost in what to do. Any insight would be greatly appreciate.