It’s your responsibility as an activist to finish what you start, because, as we see all around the world, revolutions without proper resolutions can be just as bad as what came before them. You must ensure that whatever changes you bring about are going to be durable and stable. There are some obvious things you should be cautious of, like proclaiming “game over” too early, not recognizing victories when they are handed to you, or frittering away your hard-won unity on “family” squabbles and political posturing. And although it can be tempting, be careful not to fall in love too easily with
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