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Whether campus demonstrations actually make a difference often depends on the political climate and how protesters organize, behave and adapt, experts say.
"Student activism has often served as the conscience for nations, reminding people in times of turmoil of the founding ideals of their countries and the aspirations of all people for justice, dignity, and equality,’’ said Glenn Omatsu, who teaches classes in the Educational Opportunities program and the Asian American Studies department at Cal State Northridge.