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Greta Thunberg Bristol climate strike: 'The world is on fire'
BBC News ^ | February 28, 2020

Posted on 02/28/2020 11:31:25 AM PST by Oldeconomybuyer

Greta Thunberg has warned "those in power" she will "not be silenced when the world is on fire".

The teenager was welcomed by chants of "Greta, Greta" as she addressed some 15,000 people at the Bristol Youth Strike 4 Climate (BYS4C) event.

She accused politicians and the media of ignoring the climate emergency and "sweeping their mess under the rug".

"We are the change, and change is coming whether you like it or not," the Swedish environmentalist said.

Greta was speaking at the climate strike event on College Green, before leading a march through the city.

"Activism works so I'm telling you to act," she said. "We are being betrayed by those in power."

Wet weather failed to deter thousands of people turning out for the 17-year-old. "Our leaders behave like children so it falls to us to be the adults in the room. They are failing us but we will not back down," Greta told the crowds.

"It should not be this way but we have to tell the uncomfortable truth. They sweep their mess under the rug and ask children to clean up for them.

"This emergency is being completely ignored by the politicians, the media and those in power.

"Basically, nothing is being done to halt this crisis despite all the beautiful words and promises from our elected officials.

"So what did you do during this crucial time? I will not be silenced when the world is on fire."

(Excerpt) Read more at bbc.com ...


TOPICS: Culture/Society; Foreign Affairs; News/Current Events; Politics/Elections
KEYWORDS: globalwarming; hoax; propaganda; rentfreehere; socialism
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1 posted on 02/28/2020 11:31:25 AM PST by Oldeconomybuyer
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To: Oldeconomybuyer

Will the fire stop the coronavirus?

Bring it!


2 posted on 02/28/2020 11:32:04 AM PST by DannyTN
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To: Oldeconomybuyer

It could be a little warmer here, kind of chilly.
Maybe Greta could share some of her hot air?


3 posted on 02/28/2020 11:33:02 AM PST by Lurkinanloomin (Natural Born Citizens Are Born Here of Citizen Parents_Know Islam, No Peace-No Islam, Know Peace)
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To: Oldeconomybuyer

They’re Communists, Jim.


4 posted on 02/28/2020 11:33:26 AM PST by BenLurkin (The above is not a statement of fact. It is either opinion or satire. Or both.)
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To: Oldeconomybuyer

Drop and roll.


5 posted on 02/28/2020 11:34:56 AM PST by Berlin_Freeper
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To: Lurkinanloomin

What was her carbon footprint to get to England to lead this March?


6 posted on 02/28/2020 11:36:36 AM PST by Dilbert San Diego
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To: BenLurkin

We need a “kids with punchable faces” ping list.


7 posted on 02/28/2020 11:37:15 AM PST by SpaceBar
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To: Oldeconomybuyer

That kid really needs to be in a private room in a safe place. The adults are very much taking advantage of her. Poor, deluded kid.


8 posted on 02/28/2020 11:37:34 AM PST by madison10
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To: Berlin_Freeper

LOL!

Actually, the full phrase is:

Stop, Drop and Roll.


9 posted on 02/28/2020 11:38:05 AM PST by samtheman (FReepers all do want Bernie to get the dem nomination, right? (Just to be clear))
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To: Oldeconomybuyer

Since all this is caused by humans, shouldn’t those 15,000 go jump off a bridge or something?


10 posted on 02/28/2020 11:39:03 AM PST by Veggie Todd (Voltaire: "Religion began when the first scoundrel met the first fool".)
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11 posted on 02/28/2020 11:39:37 AM PST by JPG (MAGA!)
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To: Oldeconomybuyer; All

Who cares? She’s a dopey 16 year old twit who hasn’t a clue. As long as people keep talking about her, she will never go away.


12 posted on 02/28/2020 11:40:05 AM PST by Cobra64 (Common sense isnÂ’t common anymore.)
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To: Oldeconomybuyer
I've been out and about all day. As far as I can tell there is no fire out there.

Not even a hint of smoke.

13 posted on 02/28/2020 11:40:09 AM PST by Popman
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To: Oldeconomybuyer

“We are being betrayed by those in power.”

Well, like the proverbial broken clock, she’s accidentally correct there..

Too bad she doesn’t understand that SHE is the problem - being used as a shill for these very people she thinks she’s denouncing..


14 posted on 02/28/2020 11:40:13 AM PST by joethedrummer
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To: Oldeconomybuyer

Dumbasses haven’t considered the alternative have they. Hey grrrrrreta. Answer these and get back to us:

1. Define the “correct” temperature range for the planet.

2. Define the “correct” humidity range for the planet.

3. Define the “correct” mean sea level for the planet.

4. Define the “correct” amount of precipitation for the planet.

5. Define the “correct” makeup of the atmosphere.

6. Define the “correct” amount of sea ice at the N/S poles.

7. Define/explain past glaciation and subsequent warming without any input from humans.


15 posted on 02/28/2020 11:40:33 AM PST by rktman ( #My2ndAmend! ----- Enlisted in the Navy in '67 to protect folks rights to strip my rights. WTH?)
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Image result for greta thunberg fire
16 posted on 02/28/2020 11:40:38 AM PST by Responsibility2nd (Click my screen name for an analysis on how HIllary wins next November.)
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To: Oldeconomybuyer

meanwhile i cant dig my 18” trench for the lp pipe. ground is frozen.


17 posted on 02/28/2020 11:41:39 AM PST by conservativeimage (A gun that is hidden is one that will endure oppression rather resist it.)
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To: Oldeconomybuyer

I honestly can’t keep track of whether we’re gonna burn up, drown or freeze to death..

Possibly all three at the same time!


18 posted on 02/28/2020 11:42:15 AM PST by joethedrummer
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To: Oldeconomybuyer
Darn. First it was our House on Fire.

Image result for greta thunberg fire

Now it's our World. Just Darn.

19 posted on 02/28/2020 11:42:45 AM PST by Responsibility2nd (Click my screen name for an analysis on how HIllary wins next November.)
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To: JPG

20 posted on 02/28/2020 11:42:51 AM PST by Pelham (RIP California, killed by massive immigration)
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