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Thousands March for Climate Justice in Manhattan Protest

9/22/2025

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On September 20, 2025, thousands of climate activists marched in Manhattan, urging immediate action before Climate Week NYC.
Protesters focused on Billionaires' Row and Trump Tower, chanting "Make Billionaires Pay" while connecting climate justice to democracy, gender equality, and immigration reform.
An art piece featuring Jeff Bezos and an effigy of Elon Musk was displayed.
Greenpeace unveiled a 50-meter "Climate Polluters Bill," outlining the costs of climate-related disasters.
The protests underscore the conflict between grassroots activism and institutional climate discussions during Climate Week NYC, running from September 21-28.

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On September 20, 2025, thousands of climate activists marched in Manhattan, urging immediate action before Climate Week NYC.
Protesters focused on Billionaires' Row and Trump Tower, chanting "Make Billionaires Pay" while connecting climate justice to democracy, gender equality, and immigration reform.
An art piece featuring Jeff Bezos and an effigy of Elon Musk was displayed.
Greenpeace unveiled a 50-meter "Climate Polluters Bill," outlining the costs of climate-related disasters.
The protests underscore the conflict between grassroots activism and institutional climate discussions during Climate Week NYC, running from September 21-28.