The raids and the arrests of individuals in Minneapolis are not some plot by the republicans to undermine free speech or squelch dissent. In fact the republicans would love to see a repeat of the violence as was in Seattle at the WTO meeting or the 68 democratic convention. Think about it. There will be thousands upon thousands of peaceful protesters in the streets of Minneapolis. No way are the republicans, through law enforcement, going to be able to hide that or stop it. There will hundreds of cameras and reporters watching every move the police make. But, if there is mass rioting, and believe me, the madness of crowds is contagious and peaceful protesters become not so peaceful, who do you think looks good? Or should I say who looks bad?
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