Everything’s Fine Until the Anarchists Show Up

It’s as if they want the tyrants to win

Douglas Giles, PhD

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The True Face of Anarchism?

Two travesties of justice and human decency occurred in Washington, DC, yesterday. One was Bibi Netanyahu spouting violent rhetoric inside the Capitol building. The other was the anarchists spouting violent rhetoric in a public square. Both were displays of desires to concentrate power. Each was pathetic in their own way. Both were deliberate attempts to silence dialogue and continue the cycle of antagonistic politics.

Voicing dissent is a sacred right. It is also a serious responsibility.

Protests are vital to a healthy society. Speaking truth to power is essential to maintaining our freedoms. Peaceful demonstrations claim the authority to produce positive social change.

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Douglas Giles, PhD

Philosopher by trade & temperament, professor for 21 years, bringing philosophy out of its ivory tower and into everyday life. https://dgilesauthor.com/