Oppressive social hierarchies exist and replicate themselves in the behavior of all subjects and must be overcome internally as well as externally. - Peter Gelderloos

Instead of raising a fist, pacifists raise their index and middle fingers to form a V. That V stands for victory and is the symbol of patriots exulting in the peace that follows a triumphant war. In the final analysis, the peace that pacifists defend is that of the vanquishing army, the unopposed state that has conquered all resistance and monopolized violence to such an extent that violence need no longer be visible.

The people most affected by a system of oppression should be at the forefront of the struggle against that particular oppression.

Free speech does not empower us, and it does not equal freedom. Free speech is a privilege that can be — and is — taken away by the government when it serves their interests.