✉news WarTerrorism first seen 6 d ago, last 6 d ago, peak #37
Campaigners warn activism is increasingly equated with terrorism
Original: ACTIVISM = TERRORISM?
Activists and rights commentators are challenging what they describe as a growing tendency to label protest and activism as terrorism. The debate, flagged by New Internationalist, questions whether governments and authorities are using counter-terror language and powers against campaigners, environmental groups and social movements. Critics say such framing criminalises dissent and discourages legitimate peaceful protest, while supporters of stricter measures argue some tactics disrupt public life.
Why now: Concern is rising that protest movements worldwide are being treated as security threats rather than lawful dissent.
New Internationalistenvironmental activistsprotest movements
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Evidence
- ACTIVISM = TERRORISM? · New Internationalist Magazine
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