Grassroots movements challenged the status quo from "summary" of A Rage for Order by Robert F. Worth
Grassroots movements emerged organically, from the streets and neighborhoods where people lived. They were not orchestrated by political elites or powerful institutions, but rather by ordinary citizens who felt compelled to take action. These movements were driven by a deep sense of frustration and disillusionment with the existing political system, which seemed to offer little in the way of real change or progress. These grassroots movements were diverse and decentralized, with no single leader or organization calling the shots. Instead, they were made up of a patchwork of individuals and groups, each with their own grievances and goals. What united them was a shared desire to challenge the status quo, to push back against the entrenched power structures that kept them marginalized and oppressed. In countries like Egypt and Syria, grassroots movements played a crucial role in sparking popular uprisings that ultimately toppled long-standing authoritarian re...
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