Tuesday, March 1, 2016

The Power of an Individual vs. The Power of Society Responses

What sources of strength can an individual call upon to fight against oppression?
Mass movement
Using the law - Constitutional rights
Boycott economic activity
Power in numbers - refuse to participate in/contribute to injustice
Something-a cause- to believe in
Free Press
Wisdom
Smart risks
Foreign Support
Supporters - others to stand with you
Freedom of speech to persuade others
Hide - seek refuge
Strike - refuse to contribute
Unions (of work)
Threats/violence
Kill/die for cause
Hostages
Terror
Symbols
Religion
Hope
Warfare (guerrilla)
Justice
Sacrifice
Determination
Family
Friends
Knowing that others feel/are going through the same
Peace
Contentment
Thoughts of the future
Confidence
Pleasure
Faith
The past (memories)
Art
Beauty
Opportunity
Love
Memories
Weapons
Anger/rage
Joy
Drugs
Inspiration

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