'Kisses yes, Bezos No,' protesters say, as Bezos wedding stirs controversy in Venice
Briefly

In Venice, hundreds protested billionaire Jeff Bezos' wedding, arguing that it exploited the city and its residents amid pressing issues like overtourism and climate change. Despite his extravagant wedding celebrations attended by celebrities, many locals expressed frustration over high living costs and environmental concerns. Protestors, armed with banners, highlighted their discontent against wealthy figures, and Bezos' donation to environmental organizations was perceived as insufficient to address local grievances. The demonstration underscored tensions between the ultra-rich and everyday citizens in a historically and environmentally fragile city.
We are here to continue ruining the plans of these rich people, who accumulate money by exploiting many other people while the conditions of this city remain precarious.
We want a free Venice, which is finally dedicated to its citizens. Those don’t care about us and only see us as a backdrop for their parties.
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