Try the political quiz
@ISIDEWITHAnswersPolitical IdeologyStarted 1yr agoActive 2mos 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…  

Read more

712 Replies

 @ISIDEWITHasked…1yr1Y

Do you think the human race will ever reach a point where war is obsolete?

 @9HDSZK7from British Columbia  answered…12mos12MO

I don't think that there will ever be a time when the human race will experience complete world peace.

 @9HXHR3YNew Democraticfrom Ontario  answered…11mos11MO

I hope so, we need a time where we can resoulve our problems with words, not weapons.

 @9HZBZV3from Ontario  disagreed…11mos11MO

I don’t ever think the entire world is gonna be against wars and violence especially because we can’t all agree on anything never mind conflicts

 @9J3KJMK from Ontario  disagreed…10mos10MO

I believe it is superficial to have a world where war is obsolete because the world in itself faces hundreds of obstacles. Such as political tensions, cultural differences, grievances, and to mention it is innate for us to feel some aspect of competition and self protection.

 @9HXNQ68New Democraticfrom Ontario  answered…11mos11MO

eventually everyone will have weapons of mass destruction and no wars would be able to happen without the planet wiping out itself

 @9J4CK2Qfrom Ontario  disagreed…10mos10MO

As technology advances, there will be better and better ways to defend and counter attacks from said weapons of mass destruction

 @9J45M9Ffrom Ontario  agreed…10mos10MO

maybe people will eventually realize that if there IS a nuclear war. NO ONE will come out victorious... because no one will be left...

 @9HN5ZG3New Democraticfrom Ontario  answered…11mos11MO

Since the human race is complicated the likelihood of that happening is very low.

 @ISIDEWITHasked…9mos9MO

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

 @9KJZGZ9from Ontario  answered…9mos9MO

Yes - peaceful protest is a fundamental right and there is always a non-violent solution

 @ISIDEWITHasked…11mos11MO

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

 @9J7SMJPNew Democratic from British Columbia  answered…10mos10MO

Definitely, provided the learning is thorough. Understanding other cultures increases our ability to empathize with them and recognize our shared humanity, which reduces the likelihood of employing violence as a conflict resolution strategy.

 @ISIDEWITHasked…11mos11MO

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

 @ISIDEWITHasked…10mos10MO

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

 @ISIDEWITHasked…10mos10MO

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

 @ISIDEWITHasked…10mos10MO

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

 @ISIDEWITHasked…10mos10MO

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

 @ISIDEWITHasked…10mos10MO

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

 @ISIDEWITHasked…10mos10MO

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

 @ISIDEWITHasked…10mos10MO

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

 @ISIDEWITHasked…10mos10MO

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…11mos11MO

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

 @ISIDEWITHasked…11mos11MO

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

 @ISIDEWITHasked…11mos11MO

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

 @ISIDEWITHasked…11mos11MO

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

 @ISIDEWITHasked…11mos11MO

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

 @ISIDEWITHasked…11mos11MO

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

 @ISIDEWITHasked…11mos11MO

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

 @ISIDEWITHasked…11mos11MO

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

 @ISIDEWITHasked…12mos12MO

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

 @ISIDEWITHasked…11mos11MO

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

 @ISIDEWITHasked…9mos9MO

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…9mos9MO

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

 @ISIDEWITHasked…9mos9MO

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

 @ISIDEWITHasked…9mos9MO

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

 @ISIDEWITHasked…9mos9MO

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

 @ISIDEWITHasked…9mos9MO

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

 @ISIDEWITHasked…9mos9MO

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

 @ISIDEWITHasked…9mos9MO

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

 @ISIDEWITHasked…9mos9MO

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

 @ISIDEWITHasked…9mos9MO

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

 @ISIDEWITHasked…9mos9MO

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

 @ISIDEWITHasked…9mos9MO

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

 @ISIDEWITHasked…9mos9MO

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

 @ISIDEWITHasked…10mos10MO

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

 @ISIDEWITHasked…9mos9MO

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

 @ISIDEWITHasked…9mos9MO

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

 @ISIDEWITHasked…12mos12MO

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

 @ISIDEWITHasked…12mos12MO

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

 @ISIDEWITHasked…12mos12MO

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

More conversations

Join in on more popular conversations.

Active 50mins ago

 @ISIDEWITH submitted…10hrs10H

Texas Offers Trump 1,400 Acres for His Mass Deportation Dream

Officials in Texas have offered President-elect Trump a 1,400-acre ranch for his mass deportation plan.Dawn Buckingham, land commissioner of the Texas General Land Office, said in a letter to Trump Tuesday that her office was “fully prepared” to work with federal agencies that are going to be involved in Trump’s immigration plan, and specifically deportation.Buckingham offered Trump a 1,402-acre lot in Starr County. The lot is owned by the Texas General Land Office and is roughly 35 miles west of McAllen, Texas.She said the agency is ready to work with the Department of Homeland Security and Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) or the U.S. Border Patrol to build a facility on the land for “the processing, detention, and coordination of the largest deportation of violent criminals in the nation’s history.”“I am committed to using every available means at my disposal to gain complete operational security of our border,” Buckingham wrote.The letter and offering of land were first reported by The Texas Tribune. Last month, the state bought the land along the U.S.-Mexico border and has plans to build a wall.In the letter, Buckingham criticized her predecessor for not allowing a border wall to be built on the property. Those actions “enabled cartel members and violent criminals to sexually abuse migrant women and children on this land,” she said.On Monday, Trump signaled he would declare an immigration national emergency and use military assets to support his mass deportation plan when he returns to office.

▲  167 replies

Active 55mins ago

 @ISIDEWITH submitted…2hrs2H

International Criminal Court Issues Arrest Warrant For Netanyahu

The International Criminal Court on Thursday issued arrest warrants for Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu of Israel and the former Israeli defense minister, Yoav Gallant, for crimes against humanity and war crimes in the Gaza Strip.Karim Khan, the court’s chief prosecutor, had requested the arrest warrants in May for the two Israelis, alongside three top Hamas officials. Israel has fiercely contested the court’s allegations, which include the use of starvation as a weapon of war and “intentionally directing an attack against the civilian population.”The court on Thursday also issued a warrant for the arrest of Muhammad Deif, Hamas’s military chief, for crimes against humanity, including murder, hostage taking and sexual violence. Israel said in August that it had killed Mr. Deif. Mr. Khan had also sought arrest warrants for Yahya Sinwar, the leader of Hamas, and Ismail Haniyeh, another top figure in the militant group, both of whom were later killed by Israel.The warrants added to Israel’s declining legitimacy on the world stage, where it has faced increasingly fierce condemnation over its conduct of the war against Hamas in Gaza. Israel insists that it fights in accordance with the international laws of war.

▲  1010 replies