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Related: Editorials & Other Articles, Issue Forums, Alliance Forums, Region ForumsFYI: Mpls and St. Paul have excellent community organizers that deescalate people at protests.
They will be out in full force helping to keep things calm.
The George Floyd riots, IMO, were created by intentional agitators, such as the ones that set the police precinct on fire.
The organizers have learned and are on alert. They do amazing work!
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FYI: Mpls and St. Paul have excellent community organizers that deescalate people at protests. (Original Post)
mysteryowl
16 hrs ago
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stopdiggin
(15,034 posts)1. there should be advanced warning issued
"We will help in identification and aid in prosecution people observed in acts of vandalism, assault, theft, or other criminal behavior."
Don't provide 'cover' (or excuses) for thugs.
mysteryowl
(8,034 posts)2. Indeed. No coverup for agitators! Unlike what the feds do.
chowmama
(1,001 posts)3. They are good
I've seen them in action at the No Kings rallies and also last night.