Hallmarks of successful civil disobedience
The Soulforce campaign has all the hallmarks of a successful civil disobedience action: It offers a compelling message and a clear, achievable demand. It’s focused directly upon that demand. It spotlights ordinary people trying to do something that is unquestionably above reproach, making it easy to empathize with the demonstrators. This is the way that activism should work. Positive Liberty
Matt, 22, is an LGBT journalist, activist and youth advocate currently living and working in Charlotte, N.C., where he serves as the Editor of Q-Notes, the Carolinas' LGBT news source. A native of Winston-Salem, N.C., Matt attended the University of North Carolina at Greensboro and is still continuing to pursue his bachelors degree. He is the Owner & Editor of InterstateQ.com and has been active in LGBT advocacy work since the age of 14.
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