Pacifism Today

A Dialogue about Alternatives to War in Ukraine

Majken Jul S�rensen

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Irene Publisher
27 February 2024

Peace studies & conflict resolution

"""How can you be a pacifist in times like these?"" the Sceptic asks, the Russian invasion of Ukraine fresh in mind. Majken Jul S�rensen's first response is to counter with the opposite question: ""how can you not be a pacifist in times like these? With all that we know about the consequences of modern warfare, why are all the alternatives to war not on the table?"" In ""Pacifism Today"", Majken illustrates with numerous examples her understanding of pacifism and her commitment to nonviolent action and unarmed resistance to war. In this personal reflection on why she became a pacifist, she explains how her dedication to pacifism has grown deeper with increasing knowledge about people's ability to engage in conflict by nonviolent means. Challenged by the Sceptic, Majken outlines how people can refuse all social and economic cooperation with an occupying force, for instance by boycotting schools and rigged elections. In her responses to the Sceptic' doubt, Majken uncovers the unique dynamic of nonviolent struggle. She points out how militarism in the long run is doing more harm than good, and explores under what circumstances the Russian people might be able to bring down Putin from power."

By: Majken Jul S�rensen
Imprint: Irene Publisher
Dimensions: Height: 210mm, Width: 148mm, Spine: 4mm
Weight: 95g
ISBN: 9789188061690
ISBN 10: 9188061698
Pages: 72
Publication Date: 27 February 2024
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

Majken Jul S�rensen is an associate professor of social science at �stfold University College and Karlstad University. She has written a number of books and academic articles about humour, political activism, nonviolent action and constructive resistance at the intersection between sociology and peace studies. Previously she was active in the international pacifist organisation War Resisters' International and its affiliates Aldrig Mere Krig and Ofog. At the moment her contribution to the peace movement is to write and keep dreams alive.

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Pacifism Today

A Dialogue about Alternatives to War in Ukraine

Majken Jul S�rensen

$19.95

Paperback

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