Rihanna's farmers protest tweet draws global attention
Rihanna's farmers protest tweet draws global attention
BusinessToday.In
- Feb 3, 2021,
- Updated Feb 3, 2021 3:45 PM IST
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Global pop icon Rihanna, whose tweet extending support for farmers' protest created a flutter on social media, has drawn support from other global celebrities, activists, and public figures.The American singer shared a news report by CNN about the internet shutdown on the outskirts of Delhi in view of violence during farmers' protest. Posting a tweet late on Tuesday, the global pop icon said, "Why aren't we talking about this?"Taking a cue from her tweet, the likes of Greta Thunberg, US Vice-President President Kamala Harris' niece, Amanda Cerny, Mia Khalifa, Lily Singh, and celebrities closer home, have come out in support and drawn attention to the ongoing agitation by farmers against the Centre's three farm laws.Here's what they posted on social media:
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Greta Thunberg, Swedish environmental activistSoon after Rihanna's tweet, Swedish environmental activist Greta Thunberg posted the same news report by CNN expressing solidarity with farmers. "We stand in solidarity with the #FarmersProtest in India", she tweeted.
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Meena Harris, Author & American Lawyer"It's no coincidence that the world's oldest democracy was attacked not even a month ago, and as we speak, the most populous democracy is under assault. This is related. We ALL should be outraged by India's internet shutdowns and paramilitary violence against farmer protesters."
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Vanessa Nakate, Ugandan climate justice activistVanessa Nakate, in a series of tweets, said, "Let us talk about what is happening in India right now #FarmersProtest", "Don't bite the hand that feeds you. Protect the FARMERS".
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Jay Sean, SingerWidely popular singer and artist Jay Sean took to Instagram to express solidarity with farmers. "It's one of the largest protests EVER IN HISTORY, and hardly any mainstream coverage. I live in the US and I've barely seen it on the news or mainstream media. I don't know what needs to be done to raise more awareness and have more eyes on this, but I've seen videos that are far too graphic and heartbreaking to post. People that are old enough to be my grandparents being trampled over with no remorse or regard. Pls go to my story where I will post a petition link and something actionable. #istandwithfarmers #farmersprotest," he posted.
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Lilly Singh, Canadian Youtuber"Yes! Thank you so much @rihanna. This is a humanity issue! #IStandWithFarmers and this narrative is TIRED."
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Claudia Webbe MP, Member of Parliament of the United Kingdom"Solidarity to the Indian Farmers. Thank you Rihanna. In an era where political leadership is lacking, we are grateful for others stepping forward #FarmersProtest".
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Amanda Cerny, American Vlogger"The world is watching. You don't have to be Indian, Punjabi or South Asian to understand the issue. All you have to do is care about humanity. Always demand freedom of speech, freedom of press, basic human and civil rights-equity and dignity for workers. ?? #FarmersProtest #internetshutdown."
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Mia Khalifa, former adult star"What in the human rights violations is going on?! They cut the internet around New Delhi?! #FarmersProtest ".