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The Illegitimacy of Violence, the Violence of Legitimacy

"The discourse of violence and nonviolence is attractive above all because it offers an easy way to claim the higher moral ground. This makes it seductive both for criticizing the state and for competing against other activists for influence. But in a hierarchical society, gaining the higher ground often reinforces hierarchy itself."

FLASHBACK: WEATHER UNDERGROUND | 1960s Resistance Versus 21st Century “Hope” IndustryFLASHBACK: WEATHER UNDERGROUND | 1960s Resistance Versus 21st Century “Hope” IndustryFLASHBACK: WEATHER UNDERGROUND | 1960s Resistance Versus 21st Century “Hope” Industry

October 1970 - Bernardine Dohrn announces a "fall offensive of youth resistance." Two days later three cities were bombed on the west coast.October 1970 - Bernardine Dohrn announces a "fall offensive of youth resistance." Two days later three cities were bombed on the west coast.October 1970 - Bernardine Dohrn announces a "fall offensive of youth resistance." Two days later three cities were bombed on the west coast.

Tar Sands Action & the Paralysis of a Movement [PART I OF AN INVESTIGATIVE REPORT]

  Published September 15, 2011 by Political Context: http://bit.ly/oxDG33 and Canadians for...