US EditionGreenpeace joins anti-Bezos protest with Venice banner complaining about billionaire tax breaks
- Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sanchez are hosting their wedding from June 24-26 in Venice, attracting about 200 guests amid high-profile celebrations.
- The wedding prompted protests from local and environmental groups who condemned the wealthy for evading taxes and criticized how extravagant lifestyles contribute to environmental harm.
- Protesters displayed banners in St Mark's Square stating that if Venice can be hired for a wedding, then higher taxes should be paid, while broader demonstrations took place under the banner of 'No Space for Bezos'.
- Venice officials, including Mayor Luigi Brugnaro, defended the event citing an economic boost to local businesses like gondolas and motor boats, worth 20-30 million euros.
- The wedding and protests highlight tensions between Venice's reliance on tourism and resident concerns about housing shortages, public services, and over-tourism pressures.
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Venetians plan to march in the streets, swim in the canals to disrupt Jeff Bezos's wedding
Activists are doing whatever they can to disrupt Amazon founder Jeff Bezos's lavish nuptials in Venice, an Italian city protesters accuse of prioritizing the desires of wealthy tourists over the needs of its own residents.
Jeff Bezos Gets Hit With Brutal Banner In Venice Ahead Of His Impending Wedding
Amazon founder Jeff Bezos was called out by environmental activist group Greenpeace ahead of his wedding to journalist Lauren Sánchez in Venice when the organization unfurled a giant banner criticizing him for not paying his fair share in taxes.Venice Mayor Luigi Brugnaro and regional governor Luca Zaia have defended Bezos’ lavish wedding celebrations, saying the event would provide a major economic boost to local businesses, including gondola o…
In Venice, which is burdened by overtourism, Bezos' party has sparked opposition from activists and residents alike.
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