Ep. 220: Political violence and speech
So to Speak: The Free Speech Podcast
When Oppression Closes Doors, Resistance Follows
Mandela's Rivonia trial speech highlights the transformation from peaceful protest to armed resistance due to oppressive legislation that stifled lawful opposition. He emphasizes that nonviolence should be the initial approach in expressing dissent, but when repressive regimes eliminate avenues for peaceful protest, individuals may feel compelled to respond with violence as a last resort. This sequence reflects a pressure cooker theory, where sustained oppression inevitably leads to explosive resistance.
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