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> Where "strike" means some kind of domestic terrorism level interference with infrastructure. "Strike" usually means "refuse work", not some sort of violence

• BLKNSLVR 2y ago
  My point was that a strike won't be enough. Climate action has failed to gain traction for, what 30+ years? I wasn't intending to encourage personal violence, but saying that violence against infrastructure (not people) is the only way to force the level of attention necessary. I mean, the US has recently pivoted in the opposite direction. You think a strike would change the minds of those who made that decision?
  • Trasmatta 2y ago
    A general strike absolutely would. But we're nowhere near the public support for something like that to make it happen.
• lblume 2y ago
  Do you believe this could realistically be enough pressure to sway politicians driven by corporate financial incentives? Step-by-step reform and gradual carbon reductions just aren't feasible like they have been 20 years ago. Without strong economic disruptions right now the unimaginable destruction in the future seems very likely to be disregarded in favor of short-term thinking, as illustrated perfectly not only by the current administration but also its weaker-than-ever opposition (e.g. Harris strongly advocating for fracking in 2024).