In the twentieth and early twenty-first centuries, nonviolent movements for justice have succeeded where violent campaigns have failed. This book examines fourteen cases—eleven movements that succeeded and three that have, until now, failed—and shows why nonviolent strategies work, drawing on the thought of practitioners and theorists. Later chapters examine violent U.S. interventions abroad and at home, as well as citizen movements for nonviolent conflict resolution.
As an introduction to nonviolent movements, this text engages students in recent events from the news as well as the history of modern warfare. Bringing in philosophical and religious texts from a diverse set of traditions, author Michael K. Duffey offers a multifaceted argument for embracing nonviolent solutions to conflict.
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Duffey's primer on nonviolence could hardly be timelier. It is thoughtful, readable, and eminently practical. Highly recommended.--Andrew J. Bacevich, professor emeritus of international relations and history, Boston University, and president of Quincy Institute for Responsible Statecraft Duffey's work challenges the inevitability of violence as he examines war's devastation. Duffey explores successful nonviolent movements across the globe while specifically addressing the role of nonviolent activism against the violence of United States' foreign and domestic interventions. This approach challenges students and instructors to re-examine existing assumptions about violence and considers the power and pragmatism of nonviolence, including on a personal level. Duffey's work is essential reading for those considering the possibilities of peace in a twenty-first century world.--Thomas Durkin, lecturer in interdisciplinary peace studies and research & grant coordinator, Marquette University Center for Peacemaking. Even if you are familiar with many of Duffey's case studies, you will value his insights and contemporary applications. Ring the church bells. We have an alternative to war.--Terrence Rynne, professor in the Interdisciplinary Major in Peace Studies, Marquette University, co-founder of Center for Peacemaking In his most timely War No More: An Introduction to Nonviolent Struggles for Justice, Duffey joins his unwavering dedication as an educator and life-long commitment to nonviolent activism as an instrument in peacemaking and building a nonviolent culture, particularly in the United States.--Judith Mayotte, author of Disposable People? The Plight of Refugees The presumption that nonviolence cannot work is usually taken as a given. The given then becomes a necessity. In response to that presumption, Duffey offers us case studies to enliven our imaginations that makes possible our ability to see peace.--Stanley Hauerwas, Gilbert T. Rowe Professor Emeritus of Divinity and Law, Duke University, on the ABC Religion & Ethics website This book takes the reader on a thematic journey through a variety of successful nonviolent struggles in the hope of inspiring new ones. It is an important addition to the growing literature in the field.--Irfan Omar, professor in world religions, Islam, and theologies of nonviolence in the Department of Theology, Marquette University War No More is a well-researched examination book on nonviolent approach to conflicts. Michael Duffey has painstakingly examined the philosophies and actions taken by groups all over the world to bring a peaceful resolution to conflict. This is a must-read for all who live peace.--Arun Gandhi, grandson of Mahatma Gandhi, and founder of the Mohandas K. Gandhi Institute for Peace in the United States We may feel more divided than ever, but this volume gives perspective to the multitude of times in human history when deep divisions have characterized our world and shows how nonviolence was used to bridge those divides. If you are looking to turn your students on to the study of nonviolence, this is the book for you. The incisive case studies included reveal the truly global nature of nonviolent social change. This is an accessible study that considers many angles from which to explore the who, what, when, and why of nonviolence.--Lynne M. Woehrle, associate professor of sociology, University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee, and director of the Master of Sustainable Peacebuilding Program
