Time to push up my glasses and say “well akshually…”

I think they’re saying that because Direct Action has a particular definition.

Direct action may include activities, often nonviolent but possibly violent, targeting people, groups, institutions, actions, or property that its participants deem objectionable. Nonviolent direct action may include civil disobedience, sit-ins, strikes, and counter-economics. Violent direct action may include political violence, assault, arson, sabotage, and property destruction.

So on one hand, they’re right. Direct Action is not done at the ballot box. It’s done in the streets.

But on the other…it doesn’t matter. Just like most “well akshaully” statements!

Because people should do everything you’ve laid out, regardless. And don’t forget to vote!