Political dissent

Political dissent is a dissatisfaction with or opposition to the policies of a governing body. Expressions of dissent may take forms from vocal disagreement to civil disobedience to the use of violence.

The Constitution of the United States regards non-violent demonstration and disagreement with the government as fundamental American values.

Techniques

 * Protests, demonstrations, peace march, protest march
 * Boycotts, sit-ins, riots, organizing committees, grassroots organizing
 * Strike, general strike, street action
 * Bumper stickers, flyers, political posters
 * Street theater, political puppets
 * Burning an effigy
 * Self-immolation (setting self on fire)
 * Revolution, Revolt, Rebellion, Terrorism, Insurrection, popular uprising
 * Samizdat
 * Propaganda, counter-propaganda, slogans, sloganeering, meme
 * Lobbying