Direct Action
Definition
Direct action is a form of political activism which seeks immediate change by directly confronting or challenging existing power structures.
Analogy
Imagine direct action as a group of people standing in front of a bulldozer to prevent the destruction of a park. They're not just signing petitions or lobbying officials; they're physically intervening to protect what they care about.
Related terms
Civil Disobedience: A form of political protest where individuals deliberately break certain laws considered unjust to bring about legal or societal change.
Protest: A public demonstration expressing disapproval towards an idea or course of action.
Sit-ins: A form of protest involving occupying seats or sitting down in an establishment as a form of peaceful protest.
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