Protests against responses to the COVID-19 pandemic
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Protests, demonstrations and strikes occurred around the world against national responses to the COVID-19 pandemic by governmental bodies. Some were driven by the financial hardship resulting from government measures to contain the virus, including restrictions on travel and entertainment, hitting related industries and workers hard. Protests also occurred in opposition to restrictions on people's movements, compulsory wearing of face masks, lockdowns, vaccinations and other measures. Some protests were driven by COVID-19 misinformation, conspiracy theories, far-right and other extremist groups and individuals.
Protests against responses to the COVID-19 pandemic | |
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Part of the COVID-19 pandemic | |
Date | 15 March 2020[1] – 5 December 2022[2] (2 years, 8 months, 2 weeks and 6 days) |
Location | Worldwide |
Caused by | Local struggles or opposition to government responses to the COVID-19 pandemic |
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This article lists and summarizes such activities in various countries around the world.