Police gather outside the Bella Center in Copenhagen, Wednesday, Dec. 16th, 2009 where they fired tear gas and swung batons to disperse crowds of protesters trying to disrupt the 193-nation climate conference. Demonstrators for days have taken to Copenhagen's streets to demand "climate justice," firm action to combat global warming. Police said 230 protesters were detained. AP Photo logo AP Photo 3 months ago

Police gather outside the Bella Center in Copenhagen, Wednesday, Dec. 16th, 2009 where they fired tear gas and swung batons to disperse crowds of protesters trying to disrupt the 193-nation climate conference. Demonstrators for days have taken to Copenhagen's streets to demand "climate justice," firm action to combat global warming. Police said 230 protesters were detained.

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