Pacifism is only a choice if you have the capability to enact violence. If you don’t have the ability to exert force, pacifism isn’t a choice; it’s a chain that your oppressors have put on you, while calling it jewelry. The entire point of pacifism is to send the message “we can if we want to, and we choose not to. This is your chance to start negotiations in good faith, because the only thing stopping us is that active choice.”
In short, pacifism without the capacity for violence is simply sparkling victimization. Speak softly, but carry a big stick.
What is “true power” if not the ability to dictate the direction of society? Should the working classes not be able to direct society, and instead have to slave away under the rule of capital, who very much are okay with using violence?
Violence begets violence. Whoever stops the cycle has true power.
Incoherent
Red Phoenix - Pacifism - How to do the enemy’s job for them. Youtube Audiobook
fascifists, now that’s a good word.
Pacifism is only a choice if you have the capability to enact violence. If you don’t have the ability to exert force, pacifism isn’t a choice; it’s a chain that your oppressors have put on you, while calling it jewelry. The entire point of pacifism is to send the message “we can if we want to, and we choose not to. This is your chance to start negotiations in good faith, because the only thing stopping us is that active choice.”
In short, pacifism without the capacity for violence is simply sparkling victimization. Speak softly, but carry a big stick.
A 9mm would be preferred at least.
What is “true power” if not the ability to dictate the direction of society? Should the working classes not be able to direct society, and instead have to slave away under the rule of capital, who very much are okay with using violence?