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Why do we need violence to transfer power?

Revolutions are some very effective types of mass manipulation through which power changes and shifts. Why do we, humas, hold on to our positions or ideas even if we know we are wrong?

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    Thomas Jones 100+

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    Feb 10 2012: The weak can never forgive. Forgiveness is the attribute of the strong. - Mahatma Gandhi

    We do not not need violence to transfer power. We use violence to shield us from our own, mis-perceived weakness.

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      Feb 10 2012: you said what i wanted to say with such brevity and clarity that i am utterly jealouse:)

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