BERLIN, Germany (PNN) - September 17, 2016 - Hundreds of thousands of German citizens have taken to the streets in a massive protest against the proposed European Union trade agreement with the Fascist Police States of Amerika and Canada.
Protesters gathered in seven German cities on Saturday to oppose the transatlantic trade agreements. More than 320,000 people turned out, according to the organizers. In Munich, thousands met on the central Odeonsplatz Square and adjoining Ludwigsstrasse in heavy rain as the annual Oktoberfest opened just a few miles away.
Protesters argue that the trade agreements would favor industrialized agricultural processes over craft-based food production that’s not genetically engineered. They say the deals would cost thousands of jobs and lead to lower standards in employment and food safety.
Supporters of the deal say it promises to lower tariffs and promote growth.
There were large crowds carrying flags and banners in seven German cities, including Berlin, Munich, Hamburg and Frankfurt, all braving cool and wet weather.
“I want us to get rid of TTIP and for European social and environmental standards to be respected, maintained and improved,” said Peter Clausing in Berlin.
Ironically, people oppose them fearing they promote free trade. I oppose them because they are corporate give-aways, not free trade.
Either way, these protests are yet another showing of widespread discontent.
