Civil Disobedience
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| Originally published | 1972 |
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| Authors | Hannah Arendt |
| Publishers | Harcourt |
| Genres | Political Philosophy |
| Subject | Politics |
| Country | United States |
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| ID | 2065659 |
About Civil Disobedience
Crises of the Republic is an anthology of four essays by Hannah Arendt, dealing with contemporary American politics and the crises it faced in the 1960s and 1970s, published in 1972.
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... At a court hearing in July judges had acknowledged the " long and honourable tradition of Civil Disobedience on conscientious grounds" and that the sentences handed to Trowland and Decker went " well beyond previous sentences imposed for this type of offending"...
Just Stop Oil: UN criticises 'severe' jail sentences
... At a court hearing in July judges had acknowledged the " long and honourable tradition of Civil Disobedience on conscientious grounds" and that the sentences handed to Trowland and Decker went " well beyond previous sentences imposed for this type of offending"...
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... People Demand Democracy says it is a new group calling for " an upgrade to the UK political system using Civil Disobedience to get their message across"...
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... " Not wearing it is the only tool I have to show my Civil Disobedience, not just against the hijab but against all the laws of the dictatorship, all the suffering that Iranians have endured over the past 43 years...
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... Women who flout the mandatory dress code can face severe punishment, but since nationwide protests began in September, many younger Iranians have been openly questioning Iran s strict hijab regulations, sometimes in public displays of Civil Disobedience...
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... The risks of staying in Myanmar increased for those like Pann Pann, who had been an active member of the Civil Disobedience movement, a vast strike spearheaded by public sector workers, against military rule...
Some lawyers vow to not prosecute climate activists
... In a statement, the charity said: " This is understood to be the first time in legal history that barristers have engaged in a collective act of Civil Disobedience...
Some lawyers vow to not prosecute climate activists
By Charley AdamsBBC News
Leading lawyers say they will refuse to prosecute climate protesters or represent new fossil fuel projects.
More Than 120 lawyers have vowed to not act against activists from groups such as Extinction Rebellion and Just Stop Oil who are " exercising their democratic right of peaceful protest".
They have published a " " and face the prospect of disciplinary action.
The Chair of The Bar Council Nick Vineall KC said it was " disappointing".
Barrister Paul Powlesland, who signed the declaration, said: " We're refusing to advise fossil fuel companies on How To dig for new oil and gas, the same way we wouldn't advise a killer How To commit serial murders. "
The Group , who call themselves 'Lawyers Are Responsible', say they will withhold their services supporting new fossil fuel projects and any action against climate protesters who are " exercising their democratic right of peaceful protest".
They have called upon the government and their colleagues to " act urgently to do whatever they can to address the causes and consequences of the climate and ecological crises and to advance a just transition to sustainability".
Climate groups like Just Stop Oil, Extinction Rebellion and Insulate Britain have made headlines in recent years through their tactics which include blocking motorways and gluing campaigners to buildings.
They now face the prospect of disciplinary action for breaching professional regulations such as the so-called 'cab rank rule', which requires lawyers to take on any case within their competence.
The declaration has been organised by climate group Plan B, which said some of the lawyers had self-reported to The Bar Standards Board.
In a statement, The Charity said: " This is understood to be the First Time in Legal History that barristers have engaged in a collective act of Civil Disobedience . "
This comes a few days after the scientific body that advises the UN on rising temperatures released a new report saying.
The Group of legal professionals includes some prominent members such as The Chair of The British Institute of Human Rights Sir Geoffrey Bindman KC.
Fellow signatory Michael Mansfield KC said: " I live on Planet Earth but I do not own it.
" I see myself as a custodian whose Good Fortune and responsibility is to represent its interests and those of fellow guardians. "
Tim Crosland, The Director of Plan B, called for an end to new fossil fuel developments.
He Said " behind every new oil and gas deal sits a lawyer getting rich" while " Ordinary People of this country" take a stand.
" The rule of law has been turned on its head. Lawyers are responsible. It's time to take a stand. "
'Promotes access to justice'In a statement, Mr Vineall said: " The Cab rank rule prevents barristers from refusing work because they disagree with the actions or views of those seeking their services. "
The rule " promotes access to justice and promotes the rule of law" He Said , adding: " It is disappointing that some lawyers apparently wish to remove these rights from people of whom they disapprove. "
" I would be profoundly unhappy if a Climate Change activist accused of a Public Order offence were ever to be precluded from obtaining the services of the barrister of their choice because their chosen barrister happened to disapprove of the particular way in which they had been protesting, " He Said .
Plan B said the declaration would be launched on 29 March outside The Royal Courts of Justice.
Related TopicsSource of news: bbc.com
