Anti-war demonstrations are a form of militant lobbying. Even radical direct action and civil disobedience aim to convince power-holders to do something different. This faith in government is misplaced.
The deprivation of World War II raised expectations for a better world. Yet oppressions continued: colonialism, exploitation, racism, sexism, and war. The result was a global explosion of revolt. Prepare to be inspired!
There are two sides to this war. One is the war among imperial powers. The other is the war between the global capitalist class and the global working class. Both are heating up.
Socialism is the Best Medicine