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Planet: Critical
From the Ashes | Dana Fisher
Dec 5, 2024
Dana Fisher, Director of the Center for Environment, Community & Equity at American University, explores the interplay between climate activism and political oppression. She argues that state violence could galvanize public action against climate-deniers. The conversation delves into the impacts of fossil fuels on politics, the dangers of misinformation during crises, and the need for grassroots movements to drive change. Dana discusses how past social movements inform today's energy transitions while emphasizing the power of citizen mobilization in the face of a climate crisis.
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- State violence and repression, paradoxically, can stimulate greater public mobilization for climate action and resistance to oppressive policies.
- The climate movement faces significant challenges from corporate interests that prioritize incremental change over the bold systemic reforms needed for genuine progress.
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The Role of Mass Mobilization in Climate Action
Mass mobilization is recognized as a crucial factor in driving the climate movement toward necessary systemic change. Research suggests that the engagement of the public, particularly in Western industrialized democracies, is pivotal in altering the trajectory of climate policies. Historical patterns indicate that repression often precedes significant social movement mobilization, as citizens tend to respond to state violence and incarceration. Notably, the climate movement demonstrates a commitment to nonviolent civil disobedience, seeking to empower individuals and communities to actively resist and demand change.
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