According to several references, a gesture is a form of nonverbal communication where some bodily action communicates a specific message. Gestures are often used instead of speech. They can include movement of the face, hands, or other body parts. For example: raising the middle finger. (A vulgar expression referred to as "flipping you off or giving the finger.") Gestures are NOT new and have a long history. However, they tend to be culture specific.
The Raised Fist
The raised fist is a salute used by the US Communist Party, Marxists, anarchists, pacifists, trade unions, left-wing activists, and US Socialist movements. It is a militant symbol. The closed fist is a sign of REBELLION! It is regarded as an expression of solidarity, strength, and defiance.
Examples:
Socialist Party
Mussolini (Fascist Dictator)
Radicals of the 1960's
It is sometimes referred to as the red salute. It was used by the Communists in the Spanish civil war. The clenched fist has been co-opted by many revolutionary causes including the "Occupy" movement. In the 1960s it was used by the Black Panthers and they called it the Black Panther Salute. It represents revolutionary opposition in the USA and opposition to colonialism. The fist is associated with many opposition movements. The symbol was widely used by tyrannies in third world countries. It represents the force of strength and unity. In the 1920s and 1930s the symbol was used by the worker's movement (Unions) as well as the Communists.
More Examples
Cuba 1970
AFL-CIO (Wisconsin Union)
Hugo Chavez (Dictator)
Mahmoud Ahmedinajad (Iranian Dictator)
One thing to note. The overall theme of the closed fist is REVOLUTION, RESISTANCE and anarchy! When you see this sign, it usually means that those displaying it are not friendly towards America, the American way of life, or Capitalism. They want to steal your freedoms, rob you of your self-initiative, and dismantle Capitalism. If you love freedom, this symbol is a threat to it! The closed fist has many incarnations, and all are evil! People using it, know exactly what it means and so should YOU!
Ironic Huh?
Here are some more scary examples:
OWS
Michelle Obama
President Barack Hussein Obama
Don't Be Blind
A picture is worth a 1,000 words. Don't ignore what you can see plainly. Tell your friends, family and neighbors. Americans should be afraid for what WE have done and who we have elected. This is NOT a coincidence. This IS reality!
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