Adam Kokesh
Adam Kokesh
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Full Name and Common Aliases
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Adam Kokesh is an American activist, journalist, and former Iraq War veteran.
Birth and Death Dates
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Born on August 1, 1981, in Lincoln, Nebraska. (Note: As of my knowledge cutoff, Adam Kokesh is alive.)
Nationality and Profession(s)
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Kokesh holds American citizenship and has worked as an activist, journalist, and former Marine Corps reservist.
Early Life and Background
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Adam Kokesh grew up in Omaha, Nebraska. His family moved to various parts of the United States, including California and New York City. He developed an interest in politics at a young age, which would later shape his activism. Kokesh's experiences as a Marine Corps reservist in Iraq significantly influenced his views on war and government.
Major Accomplishments
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Adam Kokesh has been involved in several high-profile campaigns:
In 2007, he founded the "D.C. Copwatch" project to monitor police activities.
He ran for President of the United States in the Libertarian Party primary election in 2016.
As a journalist, Kokesh has reported on various issues, including government surveillance and police brutality.Notable Works or Actions
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Some notable works and actions include:
Copwatch: Adam Kokesh founded this project to monitor police activities in Washington D.C. and raise awareness about police misconduct.
We Are Change: He was involved with the We Are Change movement, which aimed to expose government corruption and secrecy.
The Adam vs. The Man Tour: In 2007-2008, Kokesh embarked on a cross-country tour to protest the Iraq War and promote his views on non-violent resistance.
Impact and Legacy
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Adam Kokesh's activism has inspired many individuals to challenge government authority and question mainstream narratives:
He has been cited as an influence by several activists and journalists.
His work on Copwatch and We Are Change contributed to increased awareness about police accountability and government surveillance.
As a presidential candidate, Kokesh brought attention to libertarian ideals and the importance of peaceful protest.Why They Are Widely Quoted or Remembered
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Adam Kokesh is widely quoted and remembered due to his:
Unwavering commitment to non-violent activism: He has been arrested multiple times for participating in protests, but continues to advocate for peaceful resistance.
Candid discussion of government corruption: Kokesh's reporting and activism have shed light on issues such as police brutality and government secrecy.
Willingness to challenge mainstream narratives: As a journalist and activist, he has questioned the status quo and encouraged others to do the same.
Quotes by Adam Kokesh
Fortunately, the same technology that makes propaganda possible today has finally caught up in terms of empowering us to question government, and we may have already passed the high point of the effectiveness of propaganda.
A society that rewards people for violence will get more violence. A society that tolerates people who violate the non-aggression principle will be ruled by aggressive people. A society that believes aggression is necessary in order to function will institutionalize coercion and reward those who provide what it considers necessary.
Licensing sounds good because we all want reliable services and qualified people, but that’s why it’s unnecessary. There’s nothing wrong with a group saying that if you don’t meet their standards, they won’t certify you – but when the governments do that, not only is it funded by taxation, it comes with the threat of force.
Patriotism has been used to justify the most horrific crimes in history because people more strongly identified as members of a group than as morally strong individuals.
Governments have been operating the infrastructure racket for so long that many people assume we couldn’t have electricity, water, airports, telephones, railroads, gas, subways, waste disposal, or internet without their coercion. All these functions will be better without the threat of violence involved, as is true of all cooperative endeavors.
The history of government has been defined by two arcs: the development of our capacity to tolerate theft, and our awareness that we deserve to live without being robbed.
Society’s punishment of nonviolent behavior is a measure of its abandonment of freedom. When we turn to governments for justice, we are turning to institutions based on violating rights in order to protect them.
While not considered war by some, embargoes and blockades represent widespread threats of force, and can be just as destructive as war.
The war on terror is especially dangerous because it is based on an ever-present hypothetical threat that can affect every aspect of our lives – giving governments an excuse to regulate every aspect of our lives.