In regards to flash mobs, an extension of the concept of smart mobs, there is the possibility for an application to direct action and civil disobediance. This becomes an important issue in light of the strict recent crackdown on civil liberties and the rights of groups to gather to petition their government for grievances. Unfortunately we are in a situation where we must find new ways to rebel against this government that is edging more towards fascism and taking advantage of a state of emergency.