No, although public protests did influence American involvement in the war. Public protests were held in the US against intervention, which created a small force against it. Then, after the Tet offensive, even more disagreement occurred along with public protests that made it imperative for the government to leave the area and let the Vietnamese resolve the conflict themselves.
Public meetings are held in government settings. Meetings of Congress, statehouses, and cities all hold meetings open to the public.
The sun-shine laws require government meetings to be open to the public. These laws also require government meetings to be held with advanced notice and in a place that is accessible to the public.
sunshine laws !!!!
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Opposition to the war was no longer radical. (Apex)
I. Shearman has written: 'Shackleton on the law and practice of meetings' -- subject(s): Law and legislation, Corporate meetings, Parliamentary practice, Meetings, Public meetings, Local government
to settle on a response to public protests against British treatment of the colonies
It took a lot of protests and public disobedience to force the government to finally enfranchise women.
Public protests have the potential to raise awareness about social and political issues, mobilize community members, and pressure decision-makers to address public concerns. The effectiveness of protests varies depending on factors such as public support, media coverage, and the response of authorities. In some cases, protests have led to tangible changes in policies or societal norms.
The "public" was being drafted into military service; which influenced public opinion, which in turn influenced the protests and riots against the war.
The protests after the Rosenberg trials were due to widespread belief that the couple had been wrongfully convicted and sentenced to death for espionage. Many people felt that the evidence against them was weak and that their trial was unfair, leading to a strong public backlash against the outcome.