Protest is not the thing, it is the symbol of the thing. The thing we want is power. And we build power through relationships.

This is a much harder way. Capitalism and big tech have taught us to replace relationships with money, paid help from gig workers, career accomplishments and, for that last bit of human connection they can't quite erase, one (1) romantic partner.

In a world like that building true solidarity and friendship with your annoying neighbor sounds pointless. But it's not.