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Protests, Riots and Civil Unrest
Protests are often held as peaceful demonstrations. However, during times of civil unrest, a small spark can set off a violent riot. Protests have happened all over the world, and are sometimes history-changing events.
1,369 Questions
Why did the colonist protest passage of the stamp act?
they believed without representation in parliament,they should not be taxed
Which university witnessed the most student protests during the 1960's?
Probably UC Berkeley Calif, as it was also considered the hippie headquarters during the war.
Why do Muslims and Arabs wear masks and cover their faces when they attack people or protest?
This is the case only in Palestine Territories to avoid being recognized by the Israelis and being arrested or assassinated consequently.
Why is nonviolent protest not passive?
Non violent protest is working for a cause, not just accepting the situation, like passivism.
Let's clear up the second part of the question first before getting into details on the first part.
No, Judy Garland's death (June 22, 1969) at almost the very same time as the Stonewall Riots (June 28, 1969) was not the reason she was popular with gay men. Ms Garland had, even at that time, been a gay icon to many for a couple of decades. The coincidence of the riots and her death probably afforded a little extra emotion to the events but they were not linked.
To many of those in the gay community at the time - and this of course doesn't mean everyone in all gay subcultures - Judy Garland reflected their own state of being in society at large. She had led a life of fame and glitter on the outside but deep hurt and tragedy on the inside, a veritable copy of a gay man's life: successful on the outside, disparaged for their secret by their own straight friends on the inside. The tragic similarities were clear.
Not to be ignored was the fact that Miss Garland was a very accomplished singer and actor and had a large gay following to her shows, both big productions and more personal appearances at piano bars, which became something of a reason for gays to gather in an age when gay social places were nearly non-existent.
Although many older gay men, and it's likely safe to say mostly older gay white men in America, may have viewed her as a gay icon, after almost 40 years, her status as an icon is not anywhere near what it was in the 50's to 70's. Most younger gay people would barely know who she is and rightfully so; Judy Garland is not of the times any more and was a reflection of a period when gays and lesbians were secretive, social outcasts living in an underworld. Today's gays and lesbians have a very different social situation and their icons reflect th more modern aspects of gay life in the early 2000's.
Although Judy Garland is definitely part of gay social history and is still referenced warmly in gay events (like the Judy Garland Memorial Bowling Society) it would be inaccurate to portray her as a popular icon in the modern gay world. There are other people taking over the role of Gay Icon as one would expect. Just as in 20 or 30 years down the road, new gay icons will replace the current set. Hopefully, they too will still have their place in gay history.
Where were the Arab spring revolutions successful and where were they not?
The Egyptian, Libyan, Yemeni, and Tunisian Revolutions were all successful. The only major failure in the arab spring was the Bahrain revolt. The Syrain conflict is currently ongoing.
What is the meaning of holiday by green day protest?
it has no meaning other than POSSESSED BY FISHY NUGGETS OF DOOM
Unfortunately no
What is it when colonists dumped tea into Boston Harbor to protest the Tea Act?
The Boston Tea Party - was a politically motivated protest by colonists in Boston against the British government on December 16, 1773. The Tea Act, passed by the British Parliament in 1773 reduced the tax on tea shipped to the colonies, and the colonists didn't want to be under the British rule anymore, so the dumping of the taxed tea in Boston harbour was there protest against the British Empire, which eventually led to the American War of Independence.
Dont forget they dressed up like indians!! XDBiko was involved in what protest movement?
Stephen Biko is considered by many to be the Father of the Black Conciousness Movement in apartheid-era South Africa. Stephen Biko is considered by many to be the Father of the Black Conciousness Movement in apartheid-era South Africa.
After the riots of 532 who was responsible for rebuildng Constantinople?
Emperor Justinian rebuilt Constantinople.
What did sons of liberty do to protest the stamp act?
They burned stamps and threatened the stamp agents who collected the taxes.
They also took down the tax collector's office and destroyed the tax's collector's house
Which civil rights protest in 1965 resulted in an incident known as Bloody Sunday?
The Selma Voting Rights Movement.
The change began when colonists were interested in settling in the Ohio River Valley because of its fertile soil. The entry of land speculators caused some concern among the French and Indians who had developed trade relationships among themselves. To make a long story short, the British (including the colonists) were able to defeat the combined French and Indian forces. This war was conducted at the same time as the Seven Years War in Europe. These conflicts were extremely costly and drained the British treasure. England needed to find ways to save money as well as to increase revenues to the treasury.
In order to save money, Parliament passed the Proclamation of 1763 which prohibited settlements west of the Appalachian Mountains. By doing this, they would segregate the colonists from the Indians and prevent conflict. With less conflict, fewer military forces would be needed. This would save a lot of money. However, the colonists weren't happy with this because they believed that they had fought and won a war in order to settle in the Ohio River Valley. Also, to save money, Parliament passed the Quartering Act to save the costs of providing housing for the soldiers who were in the colonies.
To raise money, Parliament adopted the Stamp Act which taxed all printed items such as newspapers, pamphlets, and playing cards. This led to a series of actions on both sides. Colonists would protest a tax and Parliament would either rescind it, modify it, or enforce it. If the act was rescinded, it would be replaced by another tax (Sugar Act, Currency Act, etc.)
During this time, one of the arguments of the colonists was that they did not elect representatives to Parliament and, because the British Constitution did not permit taxing unless the people were represented in Parliament, they were being taxed without representation. These colonists claimed that they elected representatives to their colonial governments which were legally permitted to tax the colonists.
The British countered this by saying that the colonists were represented. According to this argument, Parliament represented all Englishmen whether they voted or not.
Eventually, the colonists dumped tea in the Boston Harbor which led to the Coercive (Intolerable) Acts. (You may also want to look into the "Gaspe Affair") The Coercive Acts put Boston in a tough situation and it caused other colonists to believe that, if the British government would do this to Boston, they might do it to them also.
In summary, the result of the French and Indian War was a series of Parliamentary acts which caused colonial anger. Eventually this anger increased until responses and their counter-responses led to war.
Was Jesse Jackson a member of the black panthers?
No and he never has been. He worked with MLK in the civil rights movement and was with him when he was shot. He is now involved in several civil rights organizations. The Black Panthers aren't very active today and most are dead that were active in the 1960's.
What did the the sons of liberty do to protest the stamp act?
They tore down the office of the tax collector and destroyed his house- novanet
What was the first protest in history?
The first protest in history was performed by ancient Egyptians at Dair El-madina in 1152 BC. It was performed against the famous king Ramses III from the 20th family. The workers were protesting against delays in their payment and they protested by halting their work.
A boycott would not be successful under what circumstance?
If most consumers didn't stay away from the company that was being protested against, a boycott would not be successful.
