Politics & Government

VIDEO: Occupy Protestors 'Mic Check' Santorum in Amherst

Individuals from the Occupy Movement decried money influencing politics on Saturday.

Homestead Grocery & Deli was "occupied" on Saturday afternoon.

Protesters from the Occupy Movement performed a "mic check" on Rick Santorum before they were escorted to another location.

This form of protest has been seen at many political events, where Occupy members shout their anti-corruption message in unison.

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A small group made their way to Santorum's event and screamed "end the wars, tax the rich" at its conclusion.

Their signs said "Money out of Politics #Occupy," which they continued to hold in front of Homestead as locals made their way out.

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We talked to these Occupiers about what they were protesting against and their views on the political system.

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