Revolution | Define Revolution at Dictionary.com
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an overthrow or repudiation and the thorough replacement of an established government or political system by the people governed. 2. Sociology. a radical and pervasive change in society and the social structure, especially one made suddenly and often accompanied by violence.
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Bernie Sanders and his strident supporters are calling for revolution. Not only is this NOT realistic, it is dangerous. Is this really what you want? Do you want sudden upheaval in our government and social structure? Seriously?
Yes, we can all agree that change is needed. But, we have to get real about it. Reality tells us that the power currently is in the hands of the other party; both at the Federal level and in most state governments. Those of us living in the real world know that Sander's call for revolution is merely pandering to a base that is dissatisfied with the status quo.
This 'revolution' is not how change happens. Yes, it is appealing to impatient folks who want what they want when they want it. It's appealing to folks who don't want to do the hard work of creating systemic change. If we are going to challenge the status quo and address income inequality and other evils that currently plague our society, we have to be willing to put on our walking shoes and get out from behind our computer screens. We have to volunteer to work for candidates who support the changes we desire. We have to actually DO something and not just TALK about doing something.
Are you willing to do the hard work to create change in our country? If so, then, I encourage you to go to HillaryClinton.com and sign up to be a volunteer. Go to websites of other Democratic candidates that you support and offer your assistance. This is how true change happens.
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