Do demonstrations such as the Boston Tea Party have any effect?

Answer 1

Before we comments, let's point out that events like the Boston Tea Party, while we feel all warm and fuzzy patriotism when they are mentioned, were terrorist acts against the then legal government.

Okay, despite being a terrorist act, the BTP was largely benign, in that no one was harmed. It made a statement, crudely, but effectively. While it did not singlehandedly establish the United States as a sovereign nation, it was one of the events that helped to build a consensus among the colonists that did make freedom from the English crown possible.

Answer 2

Yes, demonstrations such as the Boston Tea Party can have significant effects. They can raise awareness about an issue, mobilize public support, and put pressure on policymakers to take action. Demonstrations can serve as powerful symbols of resistance and can lead to policy changes and reforms.