Radicalism typically refers to the advocacy for significant and often abrupt change to a political or social system, which can include the forcible overthrow of an existing government or order. However, it can also manifest through non-violent means, such as activism or reform movements. The core idea of radicalism is the desire for fundamental transformation, rather than merely incremental changes within the existing framework. Thus, while it can involve forcible actions, it is not exclusively defined by them.
the ruling class would not willingly give up its power and position in government
"Revolution" refers to a forcible overthrow of a government or social order in favor of a new system. It can also refer to a dramatic and wide-reaching change in conditions, attitudes, or ways of doing things.
Linda T. has written: 'A radical look at changing America' -- subject(s): Politics and government, Radicalism, Social conditions, Social problems
It Breaks the social contract and people can create a new government.
Jules Boykoff has written: 'The suppression of dissent' -- subject(s): Government policy, History, Radicalism in mass media, Social movements
Priscilla Metscher has written: 'Republicanism and socialism in Ireland' -- subject(s): History, Nationalism, Politics and government, Radicalism, Republicanism, Social movements, Socialism
Bernard Kent Markwell has written: 'The Anglican left' -- subject(s): Anglican Communion, Biography, Church and social problems, History, Radicalism, Religious aspects of Radicalism, Social reformers
His plan was to overthrown the feudal regime of the Tsar. In reality he overthrew the Kerensky government of 1917 which was social democratic.
Peter Stansill has written: 'BAMN' -- subject(s): Protest movements, Radicalism, Social history 'BAMN: (By Any Means Necessary): outlaw manifestos and ephemera, 1965-70' -- subject(s): Radicalism, Social history
William P. Gerberding has written: 'The radical left' -- subject(s): Radicalism 'The radical left: the abuse of discontent' -- subject(s): Radicalism, Social conditions
Michael Horn has written: 'Sozialpsychologie des Terrorismus' -- subject(s): Politics and government, Psychological aspects, Psychological aspects of Terrorism, Radicalism, Social aspects of Terrorism, Terrorism
John Locke argued that government's responsibility under a social contract was to protect its citizens' natural rights to life, liberty, and property. He believed that the government's legitimacy stemmed from the consent of the governed and that people had the right to overthrow a government that failed to uphold their rights.