Can violence ever be justified in support of a political cause?

Depending on what we are, the answers may well vary, and they all make sense. Besides, every event reflects the country’s reality, and history will judge its value eventually. But in my view, while violence itself is generally unjustifiable, everyone has the right to resist to protect democracy, which can be retroactively justified. Now let me explain the details.     

First, major constitutional theories argue that if a government becomes corrupt or oppressive and no longer represents the public interest, people can resist it. This resistance can be peaceful, such as through petitions and strikes. However, if the government persists in oppressing the people, as in the American Revolution, the people have the right to defend themselves with violence.     

Next, history has shown that some violence, such as the French Revolution, has established an authentic regime. This means that some revolutions successfully reflect the will of citizens. If the violence reflects the public interest, it can be retroactively justified.           

Therefore, violence in politics have pros and cons. And history of future will endorse the regime that have met the public interest. Thank you for your attention. [185 Words Type-B]