Originally Posted by dropnosky

Right.

So, in a rage filled mob that were/are in the process of becoming an ally of our country with a new government, you suggest that marines should be shooting protesters in the street from our compound?

What do think public reaction would be if for example another country did that in Washington? Do you think you would be inclined to follow that countries democratic structure advice?

In my opinion, whoever commanded the marine guards not to return fire and stand down exercised an excellent, and farsighted levelheaded response that will work to deescalate the situation as the truth of the matter sinks in.