Peaceful Protests and You

@kobesbuddy There are nuts all over the place, even right here on myLot.

Yes, thanks. They are doing everything to stay safe. I do remember the Boston Marathon very well. That was an act of terrorism, something else I fear.

@DianneN It only takes one nutcase, to trigger off an act of violence. Some killed were innocent children, who came to watch the race.

@LadyDuck Yes we have had protests where hooligans joined the act and caused violence- broke shops, and even looted or fired or threw stones at the cops. In turn, cops have to resort to Tear gas shells, water cannons(in use sometimes) or in the extreme case -direct firing. In some large scale violence cases, Para Military or Army is called in to rein in the miscreants.

What kind of political parties? Far right? Communist? Others?

That's exactly what is happening here. Our President does nothing except to incite more violence and make up his own rules. He's one of the biggest racists on our planet. I don't like being in large crowds and am fearful of my own safety, so I help out in other ways for causes I believe in. This is one of them.

Yes, that's my greatest fear, too. As a girl, my father wouldn't let me protest and I still worry.

@DianneN oftn peaceful protests turn into violent ones, owing to mischief by political parties or individuals with bad interests, or anti social elements.

@DianneN Yes indeed. And some pictures and videos floating on WhatsApp and other media of people coming in cars and looting TV, shoes and other things from the shops is very sad indeed. This is also unacceptable.

@DianneN In my 20's a $100 was a lot of money to loss.

Good for you! They should have refunded your money without you protesting. The stinkers!

@jstory07 Of course! It's a lot of money for many people even today.

@Shiva49 Yes you are right. Even a few folks could make a peaceful activity turn into a violent one. We have seen cases where those staging a peace march that turned violent being probed by police, whereas other criminals had done their bit to make it violent.

You are right. Thanks for stopping by. I hope you are well and have thought of you often.

@DianneN Thank you, I hope to be more active here soon - siva

@Butterfingers Yes racism is a curse against Modern civilizations and should go away from everywhere across the planet. But it would take time and mindset changes.

@Butterfingers they have had a long history of racial discrimination and conflicts. A number of civil law changes and other changes did made a difference but social issues still remain. Sometimes that turns into something violent.

I agree! Good for you.

@DianneN We have had mostly peaceful protesting during the day--and the rioting at night seems to have calmed down--

Many marched against the Vietnam War and so glad you did. Marching is definitely too risky because of the virus now and the violence that protests have turned into. Gone are the peaceful marches in many communities, especially the larger cities.

@divalounger Yes, it seems to be getting much better except for the police brutality as recently as yesterday. Let's hope that improves soon, too.

What would we do without it @DianneN

That's another excellent cause we believe in and support.

Me, too!

I’m proud of you and happy it was a peaceful protest. Many protests are peaceful, but those that incite the crowds and cause violence and damage to personal property are doing no good for the cause - any cause. The media is making things worse.

@DianneN I agree the media is making things worse. I think it's high time we stand up to the media and let them know that peaceful change is what's going to change this country for the better, and they either need to get on board or get out of our way.

@moffittjc It's not gonna happen, unfortunately. The couch potatoes enjoy the hype.

I'm with you on that!

I agree, but it's usually the ones who are up to no good that get all the press. Thanks!

@DianneN So true , in a lot of things ... the bad example sticks more readily in people's minds

I feel the same way. I write checks.

@LowRiderX I donate money to various causes that I believe in. I don't feel comfortable in large crowds as it is, but if money helps, I'm all for donating.

@DianneN I didn't understand this the best, you write what checks?

That's why we are having the protests here. The police and some protestors can get way too violent.

@DianneN Agree!

I am too fearful of crowds, but do help in many other ways. These people are just vandals and up to no good given the situation. Many have been caught and arrested.

@kareng

@DianneN We had some here tonight, in front of the house, I heard noise and looked and there was a girl jumping up and down on top of the car hood of our car. I banged on the window, she jumped off and ran the whole group of about five took off running.

@CookieMonster46 That is awful behavior.

I hear you! I'm basically afraid of large crowds, but have done some good by helping out in other ways.

Too scary what might happen. I don't like being in large crowds either, but do help in other ways.

I'm too afraid of large crowds, but do my part in other ways. These demonstrations are already leading to changes here.

@Hannihar I completely understand and don't blame you for feeling that way.

@DianneN ok and yes, I do not blame you for not wanting to be in large crowds. Yesterday I went out and took care of two things and had another but no energy or wanting to go out again. Usually I would go out again so could get all done on the same day, but, this virus has really gotten to me and hate being around people right now.

I think that's wise. I am afraid of large crowds, but do help out in other ways.

@Nakitakona Thank you. It matters very much to me.

@DianneN That's good for you're supportive of a good cause especially about humanity.

@cperry2 I hope your efforts paid off. I know how important Sea Grant and the Science Center is to you. Building a wall along the border isn't as important in my opinion.

There hasn't been any social distancing or mask wearing by many of the protesters I've seen on TV. Pathetic! I'm not a fan of being in large crowds, Clint, so I help out in other ways to ideologies I feel strongly about.

@DianneN I am very much the same. I don't like crowds and I like to work from the background. I use my volunteer positions to lead people in the direction I believe they need to be pointed. But when something hits close to home, I find I am motivated to step outside my comfort zone and get involved. The last time I joined a protest march, I guess that was three years ago, was when our illustrious president had stated he was cutting funding for the sciences. Specifically, he was defunding Sea Grant who happens to be running the Science Center where I volunteer. They do so much nationally to educate the public, losing them would be a major blow to education everywhere. Their biggest issue back then was they did not promote themselves, instead, they spent their money and energy making science education better for everyone.