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Suppression of climate activists in Europe: How the Democratic State fails
The article shows how climate activism is restricted and suppressed in Europe. Activists are disparaged and social movements are criminalized. It is emphasized that civil disobedience is non -violent and respects democratic institutions. Appeals to the government are democratic and should not be insulted.
Suppression of climate activists in Europe: How the Democratic State fails
listens to the disobedient! - Commentary on the report by Amnesty International on restrictions on freedom of assembly in Europe
The climate crisis is in full swing and the effects are unmistakable. According to a current report by Amnesty International, the global average temperature was 1.5 degrees above the pre -industrial level for twelve months. In view of this alarming development, it is the responsibility of democratic states to recognize and protect peaceful protests. Unfortunately, Amnesty International's report published on Tuesday shows that the opposite of Europe is the opposite.
Not only climate activism, but also social movements in general are systematically restricted and suppressed in countries such as Italy, Finland, Spain and Slovenia. Activists are criminalized and disparaged by portraying them as violent eco-fascists or climate terrorists. Such rhetoric stirs up fear and does not contribute to solving the pressing problems.
The situation goes beyond the verbal conflicts. Members of the last generation who work for environmental protection can even land in preventive. Freedom of the press is affected by listening to journalists. Activists who want to overcome capitalism are targeted by the protection of the constitution.
These restrictive measures show a wrong understanding of civil disobedience. Civil disobedience by definition is non -violent, and activists are often ready to accept the consequences of their actions. So they do not disregard the democratic institutions, but use their protest as a democratic appeal to the government. In a way, civil disobedience is even a sign of deep connection with the law. John Rawls, a renowned philosopher, described civil disobedience as an expression of a "deep law on the law". Instead of insulting climate activists, we should take their messages seriously and listen to them.
The restrictions on freedom of assembly have far -reaching effects on our democratic society. It is important to denounce such grievances and to stand up for more freedom and recognition of peaceful protests. It is the responsibility of everyone to support the voices of the disobedient and to work for a lively democracy.
The report by Amnesty International clearly shows that we have to act as a society. It is time to correct the undesirable developments and to create a culture of respect and the recognition of peaceful protests. Protecting freedom of assembly is a central component of a functioning democracy and must no longer be neglected.