Theory and Practice
While both are forms of anarchism that use direct action, insurrectionary anarchism and anarcho-syndicalism have fundamentally different strategies, organizational models, and goals. These differences often put them in direct conflict, both ideologically and practically.
Comparison Table
Direct Action
Both ideologies are united by their rejection of traditional political methods, such as voting or lobbying, in favor of direct action—the idea that people can and should take action themselves to achieve their goals. However, the application of this principle highlights their core differences.
Insurrectionary Direct Action
Insurrectionary Direct Action: For insurrectionists, direct action is a continuous series of attacks meant to disrupt and provoke. It's a method of constant struggle. The actions, like sabotage or property damage, are not necessarily tied to a specific demand but are meant to create a state of permanent conflict and inspire others to act. The goal is to destroy rather than to build.
Anarcho-Syndicalist Direct Action
Anarcho-Syndicalist Direct Action: Anarcho-syndicalism uses direct action as a tool to both fight for immediate gains and to build a new society. Strikes, boycotts, and workplace occupations are not just acts of protest but also a way for workers to practice self-management and solidarity. These actions are a means of prefiguring the future, demonstrating that workers can organize their own lives and industries without bosses or a state.
Insurrection Syndicalism
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