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What a delightful way of dealing with the situation!
I think that the biggest problem is ignorance. Id say 99% of people dont even know that light IS a form of pollution. Possibly there is a need for public awareness of this. I think that a great number of people would be extremely fascinated by Astronomy, its just that they dont know anything about it, and dont have access to it.
I dont think there is enough public awareness out there and possibly it is up to those who are passionate about it to share this with the public and make it accessable.
If more people knew about public viewing nights and everyone got a chance to see the wonders of the universe for themselves, then with it would come an awareness and appreciation for problems faced, like light pollution.
Neighbors probably have no idea that their lights are a problem until they look at the sky for themselves. Most of the time I think they would be more than happy to turn their lights off, and even join in.
If astronomers ever decide to band together in protest against light pollution, the most effective way to do so would be to all set up in a public place and let everyone come and have a look! Im sure everyone would be happy and amazed and willing to help!
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