Civil Disobedience and Policing Protests
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What are the three important characteristics of Civil Disobedience?

  • Nonviolent, public, conscientious action (correct)
  • Coercive, violent, individual action
  • Legal, aggressive, spontaneous action
  • Lawful, peaceful, collective action

    • Jury Nullification allows juries to refuse to enforce laws they believe are unjust.

    True

    What is the role of the National Lawyers Guild in protesting?

    To provide legal support and protect the rights of protesters.

    Protesters may choose to wear __________ for reasons other than COVID, such as anonymity or protection from tear gas.

    <p>masks</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are Ag-gag Laws designed to do?

    <p>Restrict filming of farm animal abuse</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following concepts with their descriptions related to Strategic Incapacitation of protest policing:

    <p>Kettling = A crowd control tactic where police contain protesters in a specific area Surveillance = Monitoring activities to prevent escalation of violence Information management = Managing the flow of information to control the narrative about protests Non-lethal crowd control = Using methods that do not involve lethal force to disperse crowds</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The arrival of Federal agents in Portland had a calming effect on the Summer 2020 protests.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is ANTIFA?

    <p>A political movement opposed to fascism, often characterized by direct action.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What were three similar strategies used by Black Lives Matter and anti-lockdown protesters?

    <p>Organizing large gatherings</p> Signup and view all the answers

    All protests during 2021 were marked by high levels of media cooperation.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was one of the identified reasons for aggression and hostility towards the media by anti-lockdown protesters?

    <p>Perceived bias in reporting</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to research, a major difference between Black Lives Matter and COVID-related protests was their level of _____.

    <p>organization</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following protests with their primary characteristics:

    <p>Black Lives Matter = Focus on racial justice COVID Protests = Opposition to lockdown measures Hong Kong Protests = Fight for democratic freedoms Women's March = Advocacy for women's rights</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What has been highlighted as a major issue when discussing police responses to protests?

    <p>Disparities in treatment between BLM protests and January 6th protests</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Affinity Groups are characterized by a focus on individual actions rather than collective goals.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the context of legislation creation, what are the three variables involved according to McGarrell & Castellano?

    <p>Public opinion, political opportunity, and mobilization</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    CIVIL DISOBEDIENCE

    • Civil disobedience involves three key characteristics: Public, non-violent, and a deliberate breach of law to achieve a specific goal
    • Jury nullification is the act of a jury refusing to convict a defendant despite evidence presented, challenging the law.
    • The National Lawyers Guild often plays a role in supporting or representing protesters during protests.
    • Protesters may wear masks for reasons beyond COVID, including safety or anonymity concerns.
    • Digital civil disobedience involves using digital platforms to challenge or resist authority online.

    POLICING PROTEST

    • Anti-protest laws, or "ag-gag" laws target people who protest against agricultural practices, restricting protests concerning environmental/animal rights
    • Two events, often mentioned as related to a rise in anti-protest legislation, were not specified.
    • The Strategic Incapacitation model of policing protest involves various measures aimed at controlling protests by limiting protesters' freedom of movement and action.
    • Key characteristics of information management in this model involve collecting and disseminating information, often aiming to identify and restrict protesters.
    • Kettling refers to the practice of corralling large groups of protesters, temporarily confining them.
    • Surveillance of protesters is problematic when it infringes on First Amendment rights or privacy.
    • A significant concern regarding non-lethal crowd control methods involve the escalation risks of violence between protesters and law enforcement
    • There's a significant correlation between using the Strategic Incapacitation model and escalating protests' potential for violence.
    • Federal agents' presence in Portland, OR during Summer 2020 protests had a substantial effect, adding to conflicts.
    • The President's Task Force on 21st Century Policing promotes protest policing strategies that focus on education and distinctions between groups.

    COUNTERPROTESTING AND ANTIRACIST ACTIVISM

    • Two philosophies for countering extremist rallies are focused on either directly countering extremist views or attempting to peacefully coexist while emphasizing shared values.
    • Aspects of police actions in Charlottesville were poorly handled, and not specified in detail.
    • Antifa is a loosely organized political and social movement advocating against fascism and far-right ideologies.
    • The Dayton, OH KKK rally may have experienced an incident of controversy related to police response or counter-protest activity and the circumstances weren't fully specified.

    2020 BLM PROTESTS

    • The 2020 Black Lives Matter protests were significant due to broad public outreach and galvanizing effect.
    • The Columbus Protests involved the Boogaloo Bois, a group advocating for the overthrow of the existing government, whose presence was considered destabilizing.
    • The Columbus Protests also included, besides Boogaloo Bois, different opinions regarding the actions and goals of the protest and the protesters' beliefs.
    • Research on the 2020 BLM protests highlighted limited evidence of general violence at these protests.

    OTHER 2020 PROTESTS (COVID, ELECTION...)

    • 2021 Covid protesters highlighted concerns about the impacts of COVID-19 related restrictions and mandates impacting business and individual freedom.
    • Similar strategies used by Black Lives Matter protesters and anti-lockdown protesters involved social media campaigns and mobilization.
    • Possible reasons for media aggression and hostility from anti-lockdown protesters included perceived media bias.
    • The online reopen campaign had trouble maintaining momentum due to internal discrepancies or issues with a singular movement strategy.
    • Erica Chenoweth, a UD graduate, noted a key difference in media coverage of BLM and Covid related protests in terms of framing and political factors.
    • Studies indicated polarized political views during this period may have inhibited sensible discussions of these protests. Possible solutions weren't fully detailed.
    • The US Crisis Monitor, compiled by researchers, revealed findings on violence and police responses to both BLM and other 2020 protests.
    • Differences in police responses to the 2020 BLM protests and the Jan. 6, 2021 events represent a key topic of discussion.

    LAW AND ACTIVISM + SEMESTER CONCLUSION

    • Personhood rights granted to nature relate to environmental activism.
    • The three variables in the social science model on creating legislation are the societal context, individual traits/biases, and the way laws are constructed or drafted
    • Airdrop was a method, during the Hong Kong Protest movement, of getting supplies to those protesting.
    • Umbrellas played a vital role in the Hong Kong protests as tools of protection against riot control tactics and as a symbolic protest element.
    • Leadership in the Hong Kong protests had a form of decentralized or collective organization.
    • Actions are individual acts, whereas campaigns are organized strategies or plans that often involve multiple participants.
    • Affinity groups are similar-minded individuals organizing activities.
    • According to Bill Moyer, the categories of Citizen, Rebel, Social Change Agent, and Reformer comprise the individuals who make up social movements. The Reformer utilizes official avenues to reach aims.
    • The 2020 BLM protests differed from past movements in terms of scale and social media influence.
    • Leader-ful leadership involves a style of leadership that encourages participation, communication, and collaboration.
    • Concepts discussed this semester related to "winning hearts and minds" were not specified in detail, but covered some strategies related to achieving social change objectives.

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    This quiz explores the concepts of civil disobedience, its characteristics, and the legal implications surrounding protests. Key topics include jury nullification, digital civil disobedience, and the role of anti-protest laws in regulating social movements. Test your knowledge on these critical social issues.

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