It's about pointing out to the general public that the emperor doesn't have as many clothes as he thinks he does. That can be harmful, however. The whole thing about cream pies is that allows you to make your point without actually hurting anybody. More news from our Europe edition Two figures have been especially prominent in the rise of confectionery as an instrument of political protest. Godin and his fellow pie-throwers plan their attacks meticulously, exchanging information on the movement of prominent figures via the Internet and employing sophisticated diversionary tactics to outwit security guards.
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Whether such attacks actually have any effect on the world's decision makers, other than adding to their dry cleaning bill, is doubtful. An increasing number of people, however, are seeing the cream pie as a useful means of venting their frustration and making a political point. There are few better ways of getting your voice heard than by slapping a big soggy pie in someone's face. Pages will open in a new browser window External sites are not endorsed by CNN Interactive. All Rights Reserved.