Why We Must Guard Against Internal Attackers
Movements don’t just die from outside enemies — they get crushed from within. Toxic gatekeepers, ideological bullies, and power-hungry players kill trust, unity, and momentum faster than cops or corporations ever could.
Our Core Values on Resistance
- Nonviolence is our preferred tactic — not a mandatory rule.
Peaceful protest is powerful. But when the ruling class blocks peace, resistance by any means necessary is justified. - Dissent and questioning are vital.
Movement health depends on open debate — not silencing or purges. - We reject ideological purity tests.
Unity doesn’t mean uniformity. Different tactics and voices make us stronger.
Warning Signs of Internal Sabotage
- Bullying and personal attacks on dissenters
- Demands for ideological conformity (e.g., “nonviolence only” zealotry)
- Political power plays disguised as “leadership”
- Silencing, exclusion, or “gatekeeping” behavior
- Weaponizing identity or labels to shut down debate
How We Fight Back
- Call out toxic behavior publicly, firmly, and professionally
- Establish clear, democratic community guidelines and enforce them
- Uplift diverse voices — especially critics and questioners
- Use satire and irony to expose political bullies and purists
- Document and archive sabotage incidents to keep the movement honest
Real Lessons from Occupy Chicago
Occupy Chicago’s promise died not because of cops or corporations — but internal sabotage by bullies and ideological zealots who silenced dissent and drove people away.
We refuse to let that happen again.
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This isn’t just a page — it’s a blueprint for building a strong, resilient movement that fights together and survives internal conflict.
Solidarity > Silence
Resistance > Submission
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