In 2023, Indigenous climate activist was shot by gunman wearing a MAGA hat. In 2024 Police Shoot Climate Activist for Protesting Cop City Police Militarization Center! Climate activists are often targeted for challenging the status quo and threatening industries benefiting from current environmental practices. Some individuals may feel uncomfortable facing the realities of climate change and respond defensively to urgent action advocates.
The relatively small number of arrests after a mob stormed the Capitol left many environmental activists shaken — and wanting answers. Why did so many people who brought destruction into the home of American democracy get a free pass after doing so much damage, not just to a building but to the nation’s sense of itself? While Climate activists have their lives threatened by police and have seen SWAT called out against peaceful protests and some in the City of Atlanta want to consider them terrorists, but that assignation would never be placed on an American citizen who threatened the lives of sitting congress people. MAKE IT MAKE SENSE!
The alarming trend of climate activists being singled out and ruthlessly killed is a grim reminder of the dangers they face while advocating for environmental conservation. These individuals dedicate their lives to raising awareness about the pressing issue of climate change, aiming to create a sustainable future for all. However, there are those who vehemently oppose such efforts and resort to extreme measures to silence these activists. The viciousness of these attacks not only claims innocent lives but also perpetuates a climate of fear and intimidation. It is imperative that we address these acts of violence, recognize the immense value of climate activism, and foster a safer environment for individuals working towards a greener planet.