Punchlines and Protests: How to Win Life’s Battles Without Throwing a Jab
Winning a fight is satisfying, especially when it’s a metaphorical gut punch. In WIRED’s latest package, we explore battles big and small, from the Tesla Takedown to the fight for gender-affirming care. With expert advice, you’ll learn how to win without throwing a single punch. Remember, WIRED doesn’t condone violence!
Hot Take:
Who needs a boxing ring when you have the whole world as your arena? Forget about fists—it’s time to unleash the power of your keyboard, a well-timed protest, and maybe even a clever meme or two. Welcome to the modern era of fighting where you can go toe-to-toe with powerful figures like Trump and Musk without ever leaving your couch. Just remember, the most potent punch is not physical but digital and peaceful. Also, let’s hope that third-grade nemesis is doing okay now. WIRED’s got your back on how to land that metaphorical knockout!
Key Points:
- Modern battles are often fought in non-physical realms, from the internet to peaceful protests.
- Nonviolent protests involving 3.5% of a population have historically succeeded in driving change.
- WIRED provides insights into the battles over Tesla, gender-affirming care, and digital security.
- Learning to troll the trolls and mastering digital security are key to modern activism.
- Peaceful engagement is encouraged, as WIRED does not condone physical violence.