How will this affect the anti-globalisation movement?
More than ever, a movement that has always resisted articulation of aims and objectives now faces a barrage of questions. Is there room for an ugly but inevitable feeling of relish at the destruction of such a potent symbol of global capitalism? What does it mean to be against globalisation in a world context that is firmly opposing American isolationism? Is it insensitive to point out the interconnectedness of all forms of violence, from starvation and western imperialism to terrorism? What are the limits of direct action, following a worldwide reminder of the deadly extremes of violence? Over the weekend, those most often associated with stone-throwing protest were standing in silence for peace, while mobilising opposition to potential threats to civil liberties in the coming months. The movement has great reserves of energy and commitment. But it’s over-arching quest for a reinvention of politics must include a fearlessness in reinventing itself. Libby Brooks! ! What can America do
