Myanmar activists go into fighting mode
Oct 17th, 2007
Myanmar activists go into fighting mode
Activists demonstrating against the junta have become common around the world following the military crackdown against the leaders behind pro-democracy rallies in Myanmar. |
LAST Sunday, I watched four students eagerly crawl into a cage.
It has been an interesting two weeks in Britain so far. You just cannot get away from these Free Myanmar protesters.
The previous weekend at Trafalgar Square, I met a Myanmar protester named San at an Amnesty-organised march, where thousands of all colours were decked out in red. Bright-eyed and cheerful, he was with a group armed with caps, flyers, forms and an enthusiasm to reach out.
More used to people reacting to my hellos with a wary “don’t want to buy” look, San was a live wire, happy to make a new friend and answer questions. Buoyed by the global momentum condemning the attacks on their beloved monks and brethren back home, the Myanmar activists had gone into fighting mode.