The Podcast of the Lotus Eaters PREVIEW: Realpolitik #20 | Colour Revolution in the USA with Mike Shelby
Nov 10, 2025
Mike Shelby, a former U.S. Army intelligence analyst and founder of Forward Observer, dives into the controversial tactics of Antifa and BLM. He explains the organized structure of Antifa, linking it to insurgent ideology and tactics. Shelby describes Antifa's relationship with the Democratic Party, branding them as 'useful idiots.' He also discusses the current state of BLM and its diminished influence, alongside the coalitions fueling protests. This insightful conversation sheds light on the strategic dynamics behind modern political movements.
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Antifa As Organized Revolutionary Movement
- Antifa functions as a violent, revolutionary social group rather than merely an idea.
- They explicitly discuss insurrectionary violence and see themselves as revolutionaries aiming to topple the U.S. government.
Doctrinal Uniformity And Affinity Groups
- Antifa uses published zines and manuals and follows a consistent doctrine across cities.
- They organize in small affinity groups that train and conduct coordinated direct-action tactics like black bloc demonstrations.
Insurgent Manuals Guide Tactics
- Antifa promotes insurgent handbooks like Marighella's mini-manual and models proto-insurgent tactics.
- Their activities resemble urban guerrilla doctrine more than spontaneous protest.
