> I'm not a fan of the idea of armed insurrection - I believe that it's distasteful at best, and more than likely a sign of a gigantic malignancy left unchecked

> I'm not a fan of the idea of armed insurrection - I believe that it's distasteful at best, and more than likely a sign of a gigantic malignancy left unchecked. However, I can't help but point out that at least once in the past it was responsible for changes we hold dear. Revolution is supposed to be a last resort. But -- as the article points out -- the mere fact that it's a possibility serves as a balance against an oppressive regime.