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The article discusses how mass protests in the Netherlands led by Extinction Rebellion Netherlands (XR NL) successfully created a breakthrough on the climate crisis by focusing on the demand to end public subsidies for the fossil fuel industry. The campaign gained widespread popular support and generated significant media attention, leading to a shift in public opinion and mainstream political discourse. The success of the campaign was attributed to the strategic focus on a single, easily understandable demand, a well-planned escalation strategy, and a decentralized leadership model that allowed for grassroots participation and initiative. The impact of the campaign on Dutch policy around fossil fuel subsidies and broader climate activism is still unfolding, with ongoing protests and international coordination to push for policy changes. [Extracted from the article] |
