Positive Change Can Be Brought about Through Violence - Revised

       During the development of our society, violence has appeared in our world many times, in almost everywhere. Some argue that violence should be prohibited and forbidden for all purposes. However, others disagree, claiming that violence is necessary in the world that humans are living in today. There are various factors that account for the sharp contrast between the two views. Therefore, this issue should be viewed and analyzed through multiple perspectives.    

      

       It is unquestionable that discipline supports modern society, without which, one cannot live in this peaceful world. However, where does this discipline come from? In my opinion, violence has played a major role in discipline. Discipline is not possible to present without the support of violence. In addition, people argue that violence can only harm others in a negative way. My question is did they ever think about it positively, such as the use of violence to protect others from unfair issues? For example, during the French revolution, the lower class rebelled because of the unsatisfying lifestyle and endless problems caused by the monarchs. Last but not least, violence is necessary for a country to survive on this planet. The military, one of the most significant departments of a government, needs violence. Without it, the country can never be secured for its citizens. Malcolm X states that “sometimes you have to pick the gun up to put the gun down.” In my opinion, an effective way to stop violence is to use violence.

       On the other hand, there are many negative results that were caused by abusive violence in the past centuries. The first standpoint to mention is that overly abusing violence can cause significant physical damage towards the person. Statistics showed that one in every forty people is in a relationship with some kind of violence. What is even more worrisome is the fact that assaulting someone physically could also lead to the victim being mentally harmed, women in particular. Facts have proved that one in every four women in America who committed suicide did so because of domestic violence. In addition, the government has demonstrated violence in a variety of ways such as heavy taxes or the lack of personal rights. This inequality could trigger a revolution in the country. It is irrefutable that a revolution or a rebellion could end a huge amount of lives. Therefore, the last point is the fact that violence does not only cause damage, both physically and mentally, but can also lead one to death.

       In view of both justifications, it is fair to say that violence can ruin one’s physical ability, mental ability, and even their whole lives. Nevertheless, our community cannot be established without violence. From my perspective, if the amount of violence used is controlled, it can bring positive changes. In contrast, overly abusing violence will only lead to tragedies.