People’s Climate March brings over a thousand to the streets of Seattle

More than a thousand people hit the streets as climate activists protested an array of environmental issues ranging from the TPP, rising ocean levels causing displacement in the Philippines, and the damage being done to indigenous communities around the world. Activists performed “political theatre” at the Federal building, marched to Seattle city hall where they met a contingent of union members before marching to Occidental Park where activist and author Naomi Klein spoke to the diverse group. Speakers also included environmental and social justice activist, Sarra Tekola and a performance by hip hop artist, Gabriel Teodros.

Read more about the People’s Climate March at Seattlish…http://seattlish.com/post/131240075206/photos-yesterdays-climate-march

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