Occupy Wall Street Demo to Spread to London

The transcript discusses the Occupy Wall Street movement, highlighting its origins in Manhattan and its focus on consumerism and sustainability. It explores the motivations behind the protest, including environmental and social injustices, and the influence of banks in Washington. Personal stories illustrate economic inequality and the rallying cry of 'We are the 99%'. The movement's global impact and the importance of dialogue are emphasized, with comparisons to the civil rights movement and the Tea Party. The movement resists labels but is united in discontent with the current global economy.

What is one of the main reasons people joined the Occupy Wall Street movement?

• To increase bank influence in Washington

• To support consumerism

• To fight environmental and social injustices

• To promote government bailouts

What is the rallying cry of the Occupy Wall Street movement?

• We are the 1%

• We are the 99%

• Occupy Everything

• Save the Banks

How did the Occupy Wall Street movement maintain its presence in the public eye?

• By collaborating with banks

• Through live web chats and Twitter feeds

• By holding secret meetings

• By organizing concerts

Which cities followed New York in hosting Occupy protests?

• San Francisco, Denver, Atlanta, and Orlando

• Miami, Dallas, Houston, and Phoenix

• Detroit, Cleveland, Pittsburgh, and Baltimore

• Los Angeles, Boston, Chicago, Washington, and Seattle

How do participants of the Occupy Wall Street movement view labels?

• They embrace them

• They resist them

• They ignore them

• They create new ones