Contrasting Perspectives on Protest: Antifa vs. America’s Founders
Supporters of Antifa argue that they are fighting against oppression, similar to the patriots of the Boston Tea Party. However, if we look at history more closely, the narrative might shift.
Glenn Beck, co-founder of Blaze Media, draws a stark contrast between today’s protesters and the courageous founders of America. He utilizes the imagery of a skull and crossbones with a crown to illustrate his point. This imagery represents a colonial sentiment: “There is no king.” Yet, the continuation of that thought was, “There is no king but Christ.” Essentially, the only monarch they acknowledge is divine, emphasizing that human leaders are temporary.
“These leaders will ultimately pass away and become dust,” Glenn explains. “In contrast, the crown of Christ transcends mortality.”
This belief was transformative for America. Originally, many viewed kings as divinely appointed. Glenn prompts us to consider the implications of declaring, “there is no king.” While some may describe it as a democracy, he insists that democracy can lead to authoritarian rule—a sentiment that was precisely why the Founders drafted the Declaration of Independence and the Constitution with such care.
“Let’s address how our Founding Fathers differ from Antifa. It’s common to hear claims that Antifa’s actions mirror the Boston Tea Party of 1773,” he states.
Yet, those who boarded the ships in the dead of night weren’t just “faceless anarchists.” They were farmers, shopkeepers, and skilled artisans—men who were husbands and fathers, fighting for liberty. Their intent was not to destroy their neighborhoods. On the contrary, they aimed to make a poignant statement against a king who had ignored their grievances.
“Their protests were intentional, symbolic, and notably non-violent,” Glenn emphasizes, contrasting them with modern actions. “There was no looting, no arson, and certainly no innocent blood shed. Yes, they destroyed property, but that was a specific act of political dissent regarding taxation without representation.”
“In truth, only insurance companies ended up losing in that scenario,” he adds, reiterating the calculated nature of that pivotal moment in history.
