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Originally Posted by PaulC
I'm not quite accepting the camping analogy, as clearly it was a protest, not an attempt to pitch a tent and toast marshmallows. If they were left to their own devices, how long would they have sat upon that sidewalk? Until dinnertime? Until commencement of their next class? What would have been wiser from the university's perspective: to be patient for awhile and let this situation fizzle out, or to have some fatarse strut around with a can of pepper spray while his actions were being recorded by approximately 50 smartphone cams?
Do you think that the police would have handled this situation differently if they forsaw the fallout from this debacle? Do you believe that the police have zero discretion as to how and when to apply the law under these circumstances?
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What part of that don't you accept? It wasn't simply that they were protesting. IF that was the case, you would be right. You can use the camping example or the one about the employee chaining himself to a desk till he gets a raise or the abortion protester blocking the path to the clinic. You can even use a hostage situation if you want. Giving in only sets you up for the next time and there might even be an increase of problems.
Sure they would. They'd have called in sick and let someone else get fired.
I don't agree with the grand idea that they have the right to do as they please because they feel disenfranchised. Tim McVeigh also felt that way. Where and how do you draw the line? I felt that the speed limit was too low so when pulled over, I told the cop to stick it up his ass and I get into trouble. Would you feel sorry for me? I wouldn't.
If you don't like something, feel free to dissent. Do keep in mind that your right to wave your fist stops at my nose. They failed to care. When told to move, they refused. Sorry but I can't feel sorry for what happens.