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Protests and Demonstrations: History and Significance

Recent Movements: Black Lives Matter and Women's March

The Black Lives Matter movement and the Women's March

Two recent examples of protests and demonstrations that have had a significant impact on society.

The Black Lives Matter Movement

The Black Lives Matter movement began in 2013 after the killing of Trayvon Martin, a 17-year-old African American. The movement aims to draw attention to systemic racism and police brutality towards black people in the United States. It has sparked protests and demonstrations across the country, and has led to changes in police policies and increased awareness of racial inequality.

The Women's March

The Women's March began in 2017, the day after the inauguration of President Donald Trump. Millions of people, primarily women, took to the streets to protest policies and attitudes towards women that they perceived as harmful. The Women's March has since become an annual event, and has inspired similar movements around the world.

Both of these movements have had a significant impact on society, and have helped to bring attention to important issues. They have also sparked debate about the role of protests and demonstrations in effecting societal change. While some argue that protests are an important tool for creating change, others believe that they are ineffective or even counterproductive. It is clear, however, that movements like Black Lives Matter and the Women's March have had a profound impact on society and will continue to shape public discourse.

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