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Sensemaker: Historic jail terms for Just Stop Oil protestors

Jul 29, 2024
This discussion dives into the record sentencing of Just Stop Oil activists, raising questions about civil liberties and the future of climate activism. The severe penalties reflect escalating tensions around UK oil policies and provoke public outcry. It highlights the alarming disparity in sentences between environmental protesters and violent offenders. Various public figures are calling attention to these draconian measures, evoking a deep examination of justice in relation to climate advocacy.
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