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4. For some reason, this part jumped out at me

And more specifically, the bolded part -

We see the effects already. People complain, in order to let off steam; yet complaining alone accomplishes nothing in terms of correcting injustice. Sub-groups of depressed people will gather together on weekends, and seek temporary relief from the meaninglessness of their lives by distracting themselves with bright lights, loud music, and group intoxication. They do not recognize that this is part of that system that has stolen control of their lives. Indeed, it is much easier to control a merry group of drunken fools, than a single sober individual unwilling to accept the loss of self-respect.

It goes to what talk host Joe Madison says almost daily - "What are YOU going to do about it?"

I think sometimes it scares folks because "doing" can bring a high level of risk. Madison routinely asks "What's the difference between a 'moment' and a 'movement?'" And the answer - "The "movement requires sacrifice".

However doing nothing is to continue the oppressive conditions.

So whether joining one of the protests being formed today, calling a congressperson to voice disapproval and encourage reform, or helping to get someone to the polls on an election day (I heard the turnout in the D.C. primary yesterday was only 22.5% or so), folks can do "something", and that in itself brings a sense of having at least made an effort that may ultimately pay off in the long term.