We shall Strike. We shall pursue the revolution we have proposed. We are sons of the Mexican Revolution, a revolution of the poor seeking, bread and justice. Our revolution will not be armed, but we want the existing social order to dissolve, we want a new social order. We are poor, we are humble, and our only choices is to Strike in those ranchers where we are not treated with the respect we deserve as working men, where our rights as free and sovereign men are not recognized. We do not want the paternalism of the rancher; we do not want the contractor; we do not want charity at the price of our dignity. We want to be equal with all the working men in the nation; we want just wage, better working conditions, a decent future for our children. To those who oppose us, be they ranchers, police, politicians, or speculators, we say that we are going to continue fighting until we die, or we win. 'We shall overcome.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- The revolution seeks a new social order through non-violent strikes to gain dignity, wages, and rights for poor workers against existing powers.
- In plain terms
- We will strike for dignity and justice without using weapons.
- What can you take from it?
- Use non-violent strikes to demand dignity and fair treatment.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Can dignity be achieved without violence?
- What rights are essential for workers?
Another view
Non-violent methods may take longer to achieve desired social change.
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