Counting Coup

[Woodsy]

Counting Coup was a psychological tactic effectively employed by Native Americans throughout their history.

One would surprise his enemy by stealth or deception in order to put ones self within striking distance. The opponent, having realized he could have easily been physically struck, was instead mentally struck. This would have the effect of shaking the confidence of the opponent, while also having the potential of giving the opponent a chance to change their behavior.

When you think about it, this tactic can serve as a form of diplomacy between parties rather than risk the loss of health, or freedom of either side after an encounter.

This modern age offers the agent counting coup the ability to record (body cam?) the reaction of the opponent and disseminating it widely or to a very targeted audience to further enhance it's effectiveness.

As a group who finds their rights and liberties under attack, perhaps it is time to resurrect this proven tactic.

[Johnny Lightning]

Hmmmmmmm

[Woodsy]

I imagine someone will voice a concern about potential charges of stalking or harassment. From what I have learned, California Law has a very specific definition of harassment. There exists as well a specific exclusion for Constitutionally protected speech. As always, one should conduct oneself within the confines of the law. Even if our opponent does not. After all, we are not the criminals here.

[Abenaki]

Counting coup was a way to show great courage by touching the enemy and getting away with it.

My ancestors were what we would call "blood thirsty savages". They make isis look tame! They would skin you alive or tie you with a long stake, then build a fire around you.....so you cooked real slow!!!!

They were any thing but the innocent children in the garden of Eden that the progressive/communist would have you believe!

Abenaki and proud of it!!!

Take care
Abenaki

[TKM]

Counting coup was very popular with the survivors.


The other attempts just became embarrassing stories told around the fire.

[zhyla]

Sounds like a quick way to get put on a terrorist watch list.

[CitaDeL]

So, who is taking Write Wingers list and knocking on the gun prohibitionists door with a go-pro to count coup?

[Bluesami]

So, who is taking Write Wingers list and knocking on the gun prohibitionists door with a go-pro to count coup?

I don't think most of them live at those addresses. Or at least I am not sure if they are ever "home"

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