Originally Posted by
lostarchitect
So does the protest's "legitimacy" in your eyes increase proportionally as its potential effectiveness decreases, or is that just a happy coincidence for you?
No, targeting those who are in a position of responsibility, not innocent victims is what makes it legitimate. If that's less effective, too bad, put in more effort, or perhaps get involved with real advocacy.
One of the biggest complaints motorists have about cyclists is their supposed lawlessness, "protesting" a crackdown on that type of behavior only reinforces that stereotype. Stupidity like this only sabotages legitimate advocacy.