Pranksters vs. Autocrats: Why Dilemma Actions Advance Nonviolent Activism

by Srdja Popovic

Fear and apathy drive the status quo and block positive social change in any society that hopes for a better future. But humor melts fear and earns goodwill, often adding a “cool factor” to activism that draws support.

Movements with active support of only 3.55 percent of the population have never failed.

Two things keep democracy and freedom alive: strong institutions and active citizens.