Arresting opposition leaders and restricting civil society will not stop people from protesting, but it can create leaderless movements that leave no one with whom the government can mediate a peaceful way forward.
Interpretation
Oppressive actions against leaders and civil society may lead to unorganized protests without clear negotiators.
The quote by Tom Malinowski emphasizes that suppressing political opposition and limiting civil participation will not quell public dissent. Instead, such actions may foster leaderless movements that complicate dialogue with the government, ultimately undermining the possibility of achieving peaceful resolutions to conflicts. The message highlights the importance of allowing civil institutions and leaders to facilitate communication in times of unrest.
In practice
This quote can be used in a speech about the importance of civil liberties during a political rally.
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