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@ISIDEWITHAnswersPolitical Ideology1yr ago

Anti-War

You believe in promoting peace, diplomacy, and nonviolent solutions to conflicts in order to prevent unnecessary suffering and destruction.

The Anti-War political ideology, as the name suggests, is a belief system that opposes war and advocates for peace. It is a broad spectrum of views that reject the use of violence and military conflict, often promoting nonviolent resistance, diplomacy, and pacifism as alternatives. This ideology is not confined to any particular political party or nation, but is a global movement that has been present throughout history.

The roots of the Anti-War ideology can be traced back to ancient times. In many early civilizations, such as the Roman Empire and ancient China, there were philosophe…  

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 @ISIDEWITHasked…1yr1Y

Do you think the human race will ever reach a point where war is obsolete?

 @9HGCMDPanswered…1yr1Y

No, it is human nature to disagree. War is just a large scale version of this, at it's most fundamental level.

 @9HZVFJ8Conservativeanswered…12mos12MO

No, but that doesn’t mean we should seek out war anyway.

 @9J5NXJFGreendisagreed…12mos12MO

No I think humans are ruled by greed and tribalism innately and this will never change. This means that there will always be wars over commodities, land and resources

 @9J47GTNagreed…12mos12MO

Waging war appears to be a part of our primal human instinct and is unlikely to ever be something made obsolete.

 @9J42K29agreed…12mos12MO

Some people will go to extreme lengths to protect or enhance what they believe is right or rightfully theirs and others to the same to oppose them. Almost everyone knows this is unacceptable, Hopefully war will gradually become rarer and more brief as time goes on.

 @9HSPMYPLiberal Democratanswered…1yr1Y

I think we are more likely to destroy ourselves before that happens

 @9HWWX39agreed…1yr1Y

So long as free will exists there will be conflict sobthe quest becomes what's first. Obliteration or loss of free will

 @9HD26JVanswered…1yr1Y

No, humans are inherently territorial and will always have a violent streak to our nature. Despite this, further economic development, especially development which benefits wider society, can mitigate the risks of war by making people feel more comfortable and less distrustful of sharing land and resources.

 @ISIDEWITHasked…11mos11MO

When you hear news of a peace treaty being signed, do you feel hopeful or skeptical, and why?

 @9KJZ4DBfrom Ohio  answered…10mos10MO

I feel hopeful because with the peace treaty, war could be stopped and citizens won’t have to suffer form war.

 @9KJYMKZanswered…10mos10MO

Hopeful, as a peaceful end usually doesn’t Leas to future wars

 @ISIDEWITHasked…1yr1Y

Could learning about different cultures and histories decrease the likelihood of conflicts, and why or why not?

 @9J7SHZWanswered…12mos12MO

No, politicians decide if they want to go to war based on strategic decisions for their country

 @ISIDEWITHasked…1yr1Y

How can schools and communities better teach the importance of resolving conflicts peacefully?

 @9HGQ59QConservativeanswered…1yr1Y

Dont, let the countires at war sort it out themselves, our country has no place to get involved and we should never let British blood be spilled over silly war that we have 0 invovlment in

 @ISIDEWITHasked…12mos12MO

When faced with a bully, how could you disarm the situation without using violence?

 @9JBKJTSConservativeanswered…12mos12MO

Shout: From the river to the sea.. and vote for the hard left. That should fix everything

 @ISIDEWITHasked…12mos12MO

Can you imagine a world where international disputes are settled through a global 'court' rather than battles?

 @ISIDEWITHasked…12mos12MO

Do you think that personal experiences with aggression or kindness have a significant impact on one's stance toward war?

 @ISIDEWITHasked…12mos12MO

If you had the power to resolve a historic conflict peacefully, which one would you choose and why?

 @ISIDEWITHasked…12mos12MO

What impact does peer pressure have on the decisions leaders make regarding war or peace?

 @ISIDEWITHasked…12mos12MO

Which historical peace movement do you think had the most impact, and why?

 @ISIDEWITHasked…12mos12MO

How often do we see examples of effective communication and peace-building in our daily lives, and can we replicate them on a larger scale?

 @ISIDEWITHasked…1yr1Y

How do you think society's views on war and peace have evolved with the advent of the internet?

 @ISIDEWITHasked…1yr1Y

In movies and TV shows, how are peace and war often depicted, and what messages do you think they send?

 @ISIDEWITHasked…1yr1Y

Why do you think some people are willing to risk their lives to protest against war?

 @ISIDEWITHasked…1yr1Y

What role do you think education plays in either perpetuating or preventing wars?

 @ISIDEWITHasked…1yr1Y

How does the threat of war affect your feelings about your own future and the future of the planet?

 @ISIDEWITHasked…1yr1Y

If you were in charge of your school's conflict resolution policy, what tactics would you use to foster peace among students?

 @ISIDEWITHasked…1yr1Y

What song or piece of music moves you toward thoughts of peace, and what is its message?

 @ISIDEWITHasked…1yr1Y

How would you argue that peace is not merely the absence of war, but something more proactive?

 @ISIDEWITHasked…1yr1Y

How might the resources used for warfare be better utilized if they were redirected to peacemaking efforts?

 @ISIDEWITHasked…1yr1Y

What do you think it takes to forgive someone, and how does that relate to resolving larger conflicts peacefully?

 @ISIDEWITHasked…11mos11MO

Have you ever resolved a dispute with a creative solution that avoided any form of aggression?

 @ISIDEWITHasked…1yr1Y

Can there ever be a justifiable reason to start a war?

 @ISIDEWITHasked…1yr1Y

What role do you believe love and empathy should play in international politics?

 @ISIDEWITHasked…1yr1Y

Is it ever acceptable to sacrifice lives for the greater good, or should preserving every human life be our top priority?

 @ISIDEWITHasked…1yr1Y

What personal sacrifices would you be willing to make to ensure peace is maintained?

 @ISIDEWITHasked…11mos11MO

How would you feel if you discovered that an aspect of your daily life directly supported a conflict somewhere in the world?

 @ISIDEWITHasked…11mos11MO

Have you or someone you know been profoundly affected by military service or the absence of war?

 @ISIDEWITHasked…11mos11MO

How do public commemorations of past wars and conflicts influence our attitudes towards current wars?

 @ISIDEWITHasked…11mos11MO

If a friend spoke in favor of military action, how would you engage in a meaningful and respectful dialogue?

 @ISIDEWITHasked…11mos11MO

What small, daily actions do you think contribute to a culture of peace?

 @ISIDEWITHasked…11mos11MO

Do you believe that your choice of video games, movies, or books can influence your views on conflict resolution?

 @ISIDEWITHasked…11mos11MO

How do you react to patriotic displays that include military elements, and what do they say about our society's views on war?

 @ISIDEWITHasked…11mos11MO

Can acts of kindness in our own community have a ripple effect on global peace?

 @ISIDEWITHasked…11mos11MO

What do you think about the argument that preparation for war ensures peace (peace through strength) versus disarmament leading to peace?

 @ISIDEWITHasked…11mos11MO

Would you support a friend or family member who decided to participate in a peaceful protest against war, and why?

 @ISIDEWITHasked…11mos11MO

In your opinion, is it possible to advocate for peace without coming across as unpatriotic or naive?

 @ISIDEWITHasked…11mos11MO

How does the prevalence of historical battle reenactments or combat sports reflect our society’s view on war and conflict?

 @ISIDEWITHasked…11mos11MO

What historical examples of nonviolent resistance do you find most inspiring when thinking about how to confront injustice today?

 @ISIDEWITHasked…11mos11MO

What innovations or future technologies do you envision could contribute to the prevention of war?

 @ISIDEWITHasked…1yr1Y

How do you feel when you see images or news about war and conflict, and why do you think that is?

 @ISIDEWITHasked…1yr1Y

In what situations do you think violence is justified, if any?

 @ISIDEWITHasked…1yr1Y

What role do you think social media plays in promoting peace or inciting conflict?

 @ISIDEWITHasked…12mos12MO

How would the world change if military budgets were instead used for education and healthcare?

 @ISIDEWITHasked…12mos12MO

If you could offer one solution to reduce global tensions without warfare, what would it be?

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