• set_secret@lemmy.world
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    11 months ago

    You’ve got a point. In places where there’s no real alternative to driving, these protests can disrupt the lives of everyday people more than the bigwigs they’re aimed at. It’s like trying to throw a rock at a drone and hitting your neighbor’s window instead. The CEOs and politicians probably don’t even hear about it, while someone misses a crucial job interview or can’t say goodbye to their aunt. It’s a tough situation. The protesters want to be heard, but the people who really need to listen aren’t the ones getting inconvenienced. It’s a classic case of good intentions but maybe not the best execution, especially in areas where public transport is as rare as an honest politician.

    • Ben Matthews@sopuli.xyz
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      11 months ago

      Except afaik, they do glue protests in big cities where there are plenty of metros, buses, bicycles …