Space & Symbol

Definition: Space is defined in Heaney and Rojas as a place where one can increase their chances of creating change. They move from a place where a few people see their protest to a place where a few thousand see their protest.  Symbol is defined as a representation of what the protest is about. It enables others that are not in the loop to see the symbol and know what the protest aims to accomplish.

Example: When the World Trade Organization met in Seattle they were met with thousands of protestors who were organized in a fashion that they would stop at nothing to make their stand known. The protestors would even go as far as blocking street ways. This space of protest was important because it was the actual site of the meeting. If the protest took place outside to the meeting place the message wouldn't have been heard like it was. 
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Example from the text: On page 243 Heaney says that, "Fayetteville antiwar rally is a significant example of an effort by social movement leaders using place as a symbol in a forming strategy.