Why the Punch a Nazi Mentality is Erroneous

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Sly Says:

I have no love for Nazis, Neo-Nazis, the “alt right”, or racists of any sort.

However, in a civilized setting as opposed to a war zone, the “punch a Nazi” mentality only leads to those assholes becoming martyrs when they are physically attacked.

Nobody would know who the hell Richard Spencer was if he hadn’t been “the Nazi who got punched.” Now he’s the alt-right’s little rock star.

That is why I’m against the “punch a Nazi” mentality.

Fight their ignorant rhetoric by educating, not by stooping to their level.

Pointing out the fallacies in their inane arguments can be incredibly satisfying, not to mention a lot of fun.

This is not to say that a person should not defend themselves if attacked. If you or someone you care about is being attacked, by all means, defend yourself.

The "punch a Nazi" mentality, however, does not show strength. It shows a loss of control. 

Be better than they are.

~Sly Has Spoken~

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Note:

I read the following book, "Hate or Be Hated," by J.G. Daniel. 

It is a well-written biography detailing the author's upbringing by a racist father who was a member of the John Birch society. I personally recommend it.