Remembrance Day Wreath laying by XR
Some members of Extinction Rebellion laid a large wreath at the cenotaph on Remembrance Day. It was laid by a veteran soldier and a nurse. It was done respectfully with the aim of highlighting the War on Climate Change but it wasn't a planned part of the day and as can be seen from the post in another group people were angered by this action and felt it was deeply offensive.
I have mixed feelings. Members of XR always have to take individual responsibility for their actions and I think this was possibly a misjudgment. I agree with the sentiment and the need for a wake up call but suspect this action might have been just too alienating in its outcome.
But is any publicity, good publicity- what do others think? What kinds of action do you think are most effective in raising awareness and bringing about change?
I have mixed feelings. Members of XR always have to take individual responsibility for their actions and I think this was possibly a misjudgment. I agree with the sentiment and the need for a wake up call but suspect this action might have been just too alienating in its outcome.
But is any publicity, good publicity- what do others think? What kinds of action do you think are most effective in raising awareness and bringing about change?
