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Greta, activists try to make climate a crucial election issue

IndiaTimes Monday, 13 November 2023
Environmental activist Greta Thunberg joined tens of thousands in a climate march in Amsterdam to push for political action on the climate crisis ahead of national elections. The demonstration, organized by various pressure groups, including Extinction Rebellion and Greenpeace, drew around 70,000 participants. The upcoming elections are seen as crucial for addressing the climate crisis, with polls showing a close race between the center-right VVD and the new NSC party led by anti-corruption advocate Pieter Omtzigt.
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