Every threat of violence is a sign that they are weak. If they had actual power, they would do more than threaten people who also have power.

The only power they have is to attack the powerless. Never forget that when the claptrap comes assuring everyone how strong they are.

It will not coerce Trump and his mob to behave, no. He’d be just as happy to piss on anyone who doesn’t kiss his ring.

What it does, however, is embolden the people. I don’t know if you have been to one of these protests, but not only do you get to be around people who care in the same way you do, a wonderful encouragement in its own right, but it’s a great way to get connected with local groups who are doing more.

On top of that, we’re seeing politicians like MTG stepping a toe out from MAGA, purely because their instinct for self-preservation (of power) sees the winds of change. Their policies are despised across the board, and they know their time is borrowed.

So I do agree that protest is not enough on its own, but I disagree that change won’t happen as a result. More is happening at local levels that the news isn’t covering.