'Collective action can have a direct effect on society’, study on climate strikes shows.

cross-posted from https://lemmy.world/post/5033710

'Collective action can have a direct effect on society’, study on climate strikes shows.

By the way, next big strike is scheduled for 15th Sept, tomorrow.

  • Mateoto@lemmy.worldEnglish
    25·
    1 year ago

    The challenge with protests often lies in the influence of a wealthy minority opposing change and using their resources to sway public opinion against climate action.

    Fortunately, it’s reassuring to see that these influential actors don’t always come out on top.

    • DessertStorms@kbin.social
      2·
      1 year ago

      a wealthy minority opposing change and using their resources to sway public opinion against climate action.

      that’s why the only way forward is to target those individuals directly.