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“I think that kind of urgency is what makes this stage of the climate movement really different from what it was even a few years ago when it was much more of the professionalized NGOs lobbying behind closed doors and maybe having a march now and then.”

Quote by Avi Lewis

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Avi Lewis is a Canadian documentary filmmaker and producer, known for his profound insights into political and social issues. Born in 1968, he has produced a series of highly acclaimed documentaries since the 1990s, exploring themes such as globalization and political change. more

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