A few weeks
ago, a member of Fathers 4 Justice defaced a painting of the queen which was
displayed in Westminster Abbey. “In an
incident at lunchtime today, a visitor to the abbey sprayed paint on the Ralph
Heimans portrait of the queen (...),” declared a spokesman for the abbey. The
painting has been removed and is not on public view anymore. Fathers 4 Justice
said that this was not a an official protest, but that one of their members did
this on his own initiative. This organisation stands for fathers who do not
have access to their children. They want improved right for those fathers, and
with Fathers Day this Sunday it is always a very emotional time. “This protest
was desperate plea for help.”
My opinion
This
protest of Fathers 4 Justice, or at least a member of them, is very
understandable. They want recognition and improved rights, and do not see
another way to get into the picture of the government. However, I am always a
bit sceptical towards such demonstrations. I don’t think this protest will lead
to improved rights for fathers without access to their children. Actually, I
think this organisation will be in bad light now, because of this
demonstration. This protest will work counterproductive in their fight for
better rights. I think this organisation must have a look at their methods and
the results of their protests: they will probably see that this doesn’t have a
positive influence on the effects of their negotiations.
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