We protest against unjust criticism, but we accept unearned applause.

We protest against unjust criticism but we accept unarmed applause.

In war, there are no unwounded soldiers.

This is more of a sabotage or quasi-terrorism than a protest. The government will only address their demands once they agree to suspend the protest.

Applause that comes thundering with such force you might think the audience merely suffers the music as an excuse for its ovations.

In the vain laughter of folly wisdom hears half its applause.