The sometimes violent clashes between police and protestors has attracted media attention but the protests have been largely peaceful and represent a significant post GFC moment. Anger at bankers and politicians and their lifestyles is white hot and doesn't look like it's going away any time soon. The catch cry 'we are the 99%' reflects protesters belief that the vast majority of people are working for the benefit of the 1%.
Something has got to give.
This photo gallery from The Atlantic illustrates the movement across the globe.
