Sentences with phrase «say youth activism»

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The upwelling of youth activism stands in stark contrast to that seen after previous school shootings, advocates and academics say, and could prove a powerful force in the gun control debate.

«This is an opportunity for tens of thousands of middle and high schools students, teachers, parents and community members across the country to begin or continue their involvement in youth activism,» said Doug Pietrzak, Ed.M.»

She says Malcolm X would be «heartened by the youth - led movement,» but would caution them against relying on empty slogans and rhetoric and «bemoan the lack of sustained, targeted activism.»

Anna Fusco, the president of the Broward Teachers Union also spoke, saying the students should not be dismissed as they have by some because of their youth, and that their activism isn't due to adult intervention.