Revolution

Revolution described a fundamental change in power or organizational structure.  I don't see any problem with the current power structures that would require a violent revolution.  But there are some recent issues I've seen that I believe shows a changing mindset in the government.  The National Defense Authorization Act of 2012 takes a policy of "Anti-Terrorism".  This allows anyone who commits what is determined to be a "belligerent act" to be detained without trial.  I see this is an overreach of power and the passing of this Act could start a revolution.  Another recent problem that sprung up was SOPA, which allows for the control of copyright material on the internet.  People achieved success in preventing this through a mass protest and signing petitions.  This revolution required no violence to see results, and I take this as an example of violent revolution being an unnecessary factor in causing change.  Revolution occurs when people's freedom and fundamental rights are threatened, which I have only seen in recent years.  The conditions of our society are not enough for any sort of massive organized rebellion that is necessary for revolution.