Is unconventional participation a natural right of citizens in a democracy? Does it have equal legitimacy with conventional activity, or should unconventional political behavior be limited so special circumstances? If you agree with the latter point of view, explain what circumstances justify this sort of action. Is violent political action ever justified in a democracy?
2007-06-13 06:39:39 · 5 answers · asked by sugarwspice01 1 in Politics & Government ➔ Civic Participation
Sugar, Violent political action, i.e. rebellion is reserved for a response to a tyranical overthrow of the government. So long as our elected officials continue to live and rule in accordance with the constitution and the laws we have permitted them to pass, then violence against the government is not justified. Should there be a coup d'etat or someone declare themselves president for life (and have the power to do it), then it would be justified.
Merely not liking the choice of the people or the electoral college isn't sufficient grounds though.
2007-06-13 18:45:50 · answer #1 · answered by John T 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes, gay rights are a civil rights issue. An established minority is marginalised and discriminated against by the majority, and denied rights that the majority has. That's a civil rights issue.
2016-05-19 02:19:20 · answer #2 · answered by bridgette 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Violent political action is never justifiable. We must always seek a social change through peaceful mean.
2007-06-16 00:07:20 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
People has the right to overthrow a bad government or abusive leaders.
2007-06-13 21:26:33 · answer #4 · answered by FRAGINAL, JTM 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋
I’m not sure about in a democracy but in my country, America, we have a republic. In our republic violence is never permitted if it is against an innocent victim.
2007-06-13 06:46:09 · answer #5 · answered by Bob J 5 · 0⤊ 2⤋