In light of the recent events in Charleston, I just want to bring up the fact that some laws ought to be broken. This post is specifically targeted at white people across America, but I encourage everybody to read it. What happened at Charleston (and is continuing to happen) is absolutely unacceptable. This is not the 1950's, and I have no idea why people are acting like it. And this whole resurgence of the Nazis? Disgusting. I saw a quote earlier today, and I truly don't remember who said it, but it basically said that if you're wondering what you would've done during various Civil Rights movements, now is your time. There's a lot of truth in that, too. If you are capable, I encourage you to help. Donate to the victims, BLM, and other worthy causes. Go to anti-fascism marches in your area, protest, make it clear to those around you that hate WILL NOT be tolerated.
I get that not all of us are capable of doing these things and that not all of us are in a position where we can punch Nazis, but we can all find ways to help. And yes, that may mean breaking the law. Here's the thing: laws aren't always right. And when you read this, I'm not encouraging you to commit murder. I'm encouraging you to help others. For example, in Nazi Germany, people would hide Jewish people from the Nazis in attics or basements, putting themselves at great risk. If somebody you know is an illegal immigrant, it would be illegal to help them hide from the government. Do it anyway. People are not "illegal." The government will not treat them well and if you expose them, you may be sending them into a nightmare. Defend the less capable from the harm of prejudiced jerks. Try to stay away from violence, but sometimes it's necessary. You'll risk being arrested on some bs charge, but do it anyway.
Some laws have to be broken if we want to make America safe for everyone. Do the right thing. Break the bad laws.
I get that not all of us are capable of doing these things and that not all of us are in a position where we can punch Nazis, but we can all find ways to help. And yes, that may mean breaking the law. Here's the thing: laws aren't always right. And when you read this, I'm not encouraging you to commit murder. I'm encouraging you to help others. For example, in Nazi Germany, people would hide Jewish people from the Nazis in attics or basements, putting themselves at great risk. If somebody you know is an illegal immigrant, it would be illegal to help them hide from the government. Do it anyway. People are not "illegal." The government will not treat them well and if you expose them, you may be sending them into a nightmare. Defend the less capable from the harm of prejudiced jerks. Try to stay away from violence, but sometimes it's necessary. You'll risk being arrested on some bs charge, but do it anyway.
Some laws have to be broken if we want to make America safe for everyone. Do the right thing. Break the bad laws.
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