Is this not what the idea of a political system was meant to prevent? That... popular opinion could be swayed and rallied and the people, together, can petition the government for redress.
[It's difficult, because Grantaire is speaking many true things. Her belief relies on a government that intends to listen to the people. What if there is no intention-- what if it's just an autocracy?
But she can't accept it.] Convince the people and march for your cause, yes... but taking up arms?
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[It's difficult, because Grantaire is speaking many true things. Her belief relies on a government that intends to listen to the people. What if there is no intention-- what if it's just an autocracy?
But she can't accept it.] Convince the people and march for your cause, yes... but taking up arms?
No. there had to have been another way.