[–] Owlchemy 0 points 1 point 1 point (+1|-0) ago
No dangerous precedent here. People protest every day peacefully in this country without legal consequences. However, when you violate the law, you violate the law. Hide your face is your paranoia not mine. For most sensible folks, it simply shows intent to disrupt ... the stated goal of this 'demonstration'. And when you do so, you're violating my rights ... isn't the other side permitted rights in your world ... protest is fine ... this crossed the line. But as I said before, this is why we have courts. It's not up to me to decide, or you. Or the one who wrote this op ed. Unless of course, we're all on the jury.
[–] mamwad [S] 0 points 1 point 1 point (+1|-0) ago
This is a precedent-setting event. Mass felony charges are unusual, even for an all out riot. This is an obvious move to set a precedent whereby the government could easily shutdown any protest they wish to.
[–] Owlchemy ago
I don't see it as such. And won't. If you're in the situation, walk away ... protest somewhere else, peacefully. By remaining, you encourage the felony activity. I'll leave it there. I can't convince you otherwise, nor do I wish to ... but enjoyed the back and forth. Take care.