extremism
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Responding to Domestic Extremism Through Nonviolent Resistance
Today, we face new threats of extremism that threaten to disrupt and erode personal freedom and peaceful coexistence. These growing dangers require alternative approaches to the use of force with a new generation of brave soldiers. In time, their quiet… Continue reading
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Political Extremism Is Unsustainable
Extremism fails because it presumes its worldview is always correct. When political extremists gain enough adherents and power through empty promises and manipulation, they attempt to implement their overzealous ideas at scale. These are the well-worn tactics of authoritarians, high-control… Continue reading
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Compassion Over Fear: Countering Fictional Monsters
It’s an old story with the same tragic ending. From Mary Shelley’s Frankenstein to the Oscar-nominated film Wicked, the presence of an outsider becomes a convenient monster to blame our anxieties and fears. Hysteria and violence against the innocent is… Continue reading
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The Rise of Extremism: A Reflection on American Society
The recent re-election of Donald Trump highlights a profound national discontent in America, with 73% of voters feeling dissatisfied or angry. Despite his controversial actions, many Americans opted for a leader represented by anger and authoritarianism. The situation calls for… Continue reading
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