Protestors flash ‘Kisses: yes, Bezos: no’ & ‘No space for Bezos’ banners over Bezos-Sanchez wedding
The wedding of billionaire Jeff Bezos and ex-journalist Lauren Sanchez in Venice was marked by protests and demonstrations by hundreds of people who are opposed to the growing inequality and the disregard for the city’s residents. The protest, which was organized by the “No space for Bezos” group, aimed to highlight the issues faced by the residents of Venice and the impact of Bezos’ vast wealth on the city.
Multiple images have surfaced showing the protests, which took place outside the wedding venue. The protestors held banners with slogans such as “Your power is only abuse”, “Kisses: yes, Bezos: no”, “Money can’t buy style” and “No Bezos, no war”. The protests were a stark contrast to the lavish wedding celebrations, which featured a star-studded guest list and a reported $10 million price tag.
The “No space for Bezos” group is a coalition of activists and local residents who are opposed to the growing influence of billionaires like Bezos in the city. They argue that Bezos’ wealth and power are being used to displace local residents and small businesses, and to gentrify the city.
The group has been vocal in their criticism of Bezos, who is the founder of Amazon and has a net worth of over $200 billion. They argue that his wealth is not being used to benefit the city or its residents, but rather to further his own interests and those of his wealthy friends.
The protests were not limited to the banners and slogans. Some protestors also wore costumes and masks to represent the issues they are facing. One protestor dressed up as a “squatter” to highlight the issue of gentrification, while another wore a mask with a dollar sign to represent the exploitation of local residents by wealthy investors.
The protests are just the latest in a series of demonstrations and protests that have taken place in Venice in recent years. In 2019, there were protests and clashes between police and activists over the city’s rising costs and the impact of tourism on local residents.
The “No space for Bezos” group is not the only organization that has been critical of Bezos’ influence in Venice. Local residents and small business owners have also been vocal in their criticism of the billionaire’s presence in the city.
One local resident, who wished to remain anonymous, told the press that Bezos’ wealth and power are “a threat to our way of life”. “He’s using his money and influence to push out local residents and small businesses, and to make Venice into a playground for the wealthy,” the resident said.
Another local business owner, who runs a small shop in the city, told the press that Bezos’ presence is “a symbol of everything that is wrong with this city”. “He’s a reminder that money can buy anything, including our future,” the business owner said.
The protests and demonstrations are not likely to go away anytime soon. The “No space for Bezos” group has vowed to continue fighting against the billionaire’s influence in Venice, and to stand up for the rights of local residents and small business owners.
As the city continues to grapple with the impact of tourism and gentrification, the protests and demonstrations are likely to be a recurring theme in the coming years. For now, the “No space for Bezos” group will continue to fight against the billionaire’s influence, and to stand up for the rights of those who are being displaced and exploited by his wealth and power.
