AUTHOR Johnson Yoko
Black Lives Matter (2020)
If we talk about one of the most recent protests, it is certainly the rallies that took place after the murder of George Floyd in Minneapolis, USA, on May 25, 2020.
Mass rally, demonstration, procession
A rally is a mass presence of citizens in a certain place for public expression of public opinion about urgent problems of predominantly socio-political nature.
Picketing
Picketing is a form of public expression of opinion, carried out without the movement and use of sound-amplifying technical means by placing one or more citizens near the picketed object, using posters, banners and other means of visual agitation.
Theatrical action
A theatricalized action is a statement of political position or expression of political protest in a creative form, using theatrical props and involving (if necessary) professional actors.
“Breakthrough” action
A “breakthrough” action is a short-term (instantaneous) theatrical political action, aimed at attracting public and media attention to a socially significant problem
Political flash mob
It should be noted that “breakthrough” actions are often confused with political flash mobs. This is an erroneous view.
Protest Against Military Action in Iraq (2003)
On February 15, 2003, millions of people marched in more than 600 cities around the world against U.S.
Earth Day (1970)
Earth Day was first held in the United States in 1970. They called for a healthier and more sustainable environment.
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The Yellow Revolution (1986)
Ferdinand Marcos ruled the Philippines for 20 years under martial law.
Earth Day (1970)
Earth Day was first held in the United States in 1970. They called for a healthier and more sustainable environment.
Protest Against Military Action in Iraq (2003)
On February 15, 2003, millions of people marched in more than 600 cities around the world against U.S.
Political flash mob
It should be noted that “breakthrough” actions are often confused with political flash mobs. This is an erroneous view.
“Breakthrough” action
A “breakthrough” action is a short-term (instantaneous) theatrical political action, aimed at attracting public and media attention to a socially significant problem
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