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Extinction Rebellion [is] the climate activist group that in its short existence has arguably become the most prominent and radical climate movement worldwide. The approach those activists hit upon – using nonviolent mass disruption to increase awareness of climate change and force action on the issue – has catapulted the group to worldwide recognition and leadership on the issue.

Alex Marshall

Extinction Rebellion's blunt language and apocalyptic message were also critical [...] because they reflected how many people feel about climate change.

Alex Marshall

Extinction Rebellion campaigners continually debate whether actions should be undertaken that might risk alienating the public. There is "a constant waltz" between members who want more direct action and those who don't want to annoy the public.

Alex Marshall

XR, as Extinction Rebellion's members call it, uses nonviolent mass disruption to increase awareness of climate change and force action on the issue, such as persuading governments to declare a climate emergency and to set targets for net zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2025.

Alex Marshall