IMO, Taoism says much about "how" to take action. The TTC suggests that we follow our intuition when it comes to such things and then use our natural timing to lead others. The sage could best lead by example and offer wisdom and insight so as to change the system back to the more natural balance. Similar to the Taoist thinking about self defense (even war).......they acknowledge that action is sometimes needed, but the Taoist would try to use the aggressor's own force to make change.
Makes me think of Walter Wink's words regarding Jesus' use of the extra mile, giving the cloak, and turning the cheek. He used these as acts of defiance to bring about change.