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Are you confused thinking democracy implies non-violence?

Democracy means rule by the people through discussion. If the will of the people is to execute those imposing an occupation, then a democracy will facilitate that.

The American colonists assertion of their sovereignty is the textbook example. The British attempted to take over their land through violent force and the colonists responded through violent force.




And democracy also means elections, multiple parties and not murdering your opponent party.

Please, no simplified propaganda on HN.


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