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stopdiggin

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2. there is a grave danger in a knee jerk movement
Wed Aug 30, 2023, 09:32 PM
Aug 2023

toward banning or criminalizing protest. (as far too many jurisdictions, particularly in the U.S., are currently considering) There is also a danger - to both citizenry and democratic process - in the promotion of the idea that anything goes, under the banner of 'protest.' False premise.

If your 'cause' is crucial enough to justify engaging in unlawful action (and history and cases provide ample illustration) - then be prepared to stand for the penalty that is subsequently laid out.

(how about forfeiture of some of the rigs that were used to deliberately block streets and roads? instruments or property used in the commission .. ?)

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