Yes. That works in theory.

But in reality we aren’t organised like soldiers following a general into battle for a common belief or flag (and the fear of punishment for desertion).

Instead we are decentralised individuals. 

And we’re organically using the means at our disposal to fight this battle in other ways. Using the power of encryption, reach and pseudonymity as both are defensive and offensive arsenal. 

That’s just us evolving into the Information Age.