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Originally posted by Lerkfish: You're sidetracking, my point was the dynamic nature of the protest and its effects on normal operations. I was not addressing the nature of the REASON for the protest. Obviously, they are different reasons. I think you realize that. |
My point is the appropriateness of a method is to some extent connected to the reason and the availability of alternative means. When you have the vote and representation in government (e.g. in Congress) you don't get to cloak yourself in the mantle of people who have neither.
I'm perfectly comfortable justifying civil disobedience and even rioting in some circumstances. But not when a simple letter to a congressman, peaceful protest, or letter to the editor are available.