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Originally Posted by redtrummy
Therre is a limit and a fine line. Legitimate protest has a place in society and should be viewed as such. History shows the suppressed are usually at a disadvantage and lobbying MPs has little effect, too many invested intrests. Sometimes direct action is necessary and a fair society will accomidate it. Otherwise the likes of Russia and other countries are the alternative.
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Completely agree. There is nothing wrong with protesting but there is a world of difference between a demo organised in a sensible place, where speeches and the like can be listened to safely, and a few over zealous people who get in everyone's way and simply demand.
Politicians do look at well attended mass rallies as it shows real feeling and public mood, especially if it is well organised and has good grass roots backing. After all they do need to get re-elected every now and then. Screaming fanatics however, to John's point, often have a good message but make right Horlicks of putting it across.
Should we stop using oil? Yes, but we cannot possibly do if right now, so gluing yourself to the road is pointless and makes people more likely to do the opposite in spite for holding them up. If the police can effectively stop the "demanders" with these new powers then its fine with me.