Jeff Bezos's lavish wedding to Lauren Sanchez in Venice this weekend has ignited a wave of protests, with activists decrying the opulent celebrations as a stark symbol of widening wealth disparity and a disregard for the historic city's residents.
A coalition of a dozen Venetian organisations, including housing advocates, anti-cruise ship campaigners, and university groups, have united under the banner "No Space for Bezos." This slogan is a pointed reference not only to the perceived lack of space for ordinary Venetians but also to Ms Sanchez's recent space flight. Their demonstrations highlight concerns over the growing gap between the ultra-rich and the local population.
