Encyclopedia of Opinion
Question
Is it okay to punch Nazis?
Position2 of 3

Yes, it is okay to punch Nazis

This position holds that it is acceptable to punch Nazis. Its arguments contend that those targeted by Nazi ideology, not outsiders, may judge how to resist it; that fascists operate outside democratic norms; and that Nazism is a genuine danger that may be met with force.

Supporting arguments · 3

  1. It is not up for outsiders to judge resistance movements
    We (as observers) will never know the full extent of the harm caused by Neo-Nazis and other hateful groups. Morally policing the actions of a group is a further act of opression that works to de-legitimize their struggle and give the illusion that there is some kind of shared culpability, when a group is actually acting in defence.
  2. Nazis represent a real danger so they must be stopped by any means
  3. Fascists don't adhere to the law so they must be dealt with keeping this in mind