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WEB POLL: Is shutting down roads a valid form of protest

Blocking traffic in one way or another has become a frequent tactic
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Sto:lo artist and activist Carrielynn Victor speaks at the blocked intersection of Luckakuck Way and Vedder Road after 1 p.m. on Feb. 14, 2020 at the Sto:lo day of action protest in solidarity with the Wet’suwet’en hereditary chiefs. (Paul Henderson/ The Progress)

Multiple recent protests have snarled traffic in downtown Vancouver or blocked transit.

Is it ever a good tactic to block roads or traffic as a form of protest?

Let us know what you think.