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SMN: Protests Don't Need To Be Civil

Jun 7, 2023
This podcast explores the criticism of protests and the concept of the 'right way' to protest. It delves into the selective punishment of protesters and the broken system that ignores public opinion on gun control. The hosts also discuss the hypocrisy of calls for non-violence and civility in protests, highlighting the subjective nature of violence justification. They emphasize the importance of proportional responses and criticize the misconception surrounding Martin Luther King Jr.'s nonviolent approach. The podcast concludes with humorous conversations and advertisements for bidet and VPN products.
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Quick takeaways

  • Non-violent protests have historically been more effective than violent ones, achieving their goals 47% of the time compared to 23% for violent protests.
  • Debates about civility in protests are often used as a distraction from addressing the underlying issues being protested.

Deep dives

The Importance of Non-Violent Protesting

Protesting is a disruptive and rude act, but it serves an important purpose in drawing attention to issues that require change. Non-violent protests have historically been more effective than violent ones, achieving their goals 47% of the time compared to 23% for violent protests. While violence should be avoided, the level of civil disobedience can depend on individual beliefs and the severity of the issues being protested. It is crucial to balance the disruptive nature of protests with the validity and urgency of the cause.

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