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The Regime Will Destroy Itself - Academic Agent

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The Power of Symbols in Political Activism

This chapter examines the role of symbolic actions in political discourse, particularly the use of flags and national symbols. It critiques the co-option of these symbols by regimes and underscores the importance of focused demands in activism, amidst prevailing societal issues like immigration and military recruitment.

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