Protest Chant Advice Goes Viral: Balancing Effectiveness and Ethics

Protests and Censorship: A Discussion on Strategies and Ethics In a recent video posted on June 14, 2025, by Brenna Pérez, a discussion on creating effective protest chants and the importance of avoiding profanity to prevent censorship was highlighted. The video quickly gained traction, accumulating over 3700 views and 347 likes within a day. Pérez's main point was to create chants that avoid profanity, as it often leads to censorship on social media and other platforms. She suggests a chant that avoids explicit language: "Show your badge, show your face, you're a disgrace." Pérez also addresses the ethical considerations of identifying individuals in protests. She states, "If you're there to send a message with signs and stuff, you're not there to send a message to the people who are standing next to you." This highlights the importance of considering the potential impact of identifying individuals, especially those who may face repercussions for their participation. The video serves as a reminder of the complexities involved in protest organization and the need for strategic communication.