Charlatan, I disagree with you in that the main issue is still fear, as can be demonstrated by
Cyntheiq's story. For instance, let's take the start of your conversation:
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Originally Posted by Charlatan
There is a third way that could happen as well, but I agree that the first way is the best way...
"I'd prefer you don't take pictures of my kids."
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Why would she give a flying fuck if you were taking pictures of public property? Because she's afraid of you for no reason other than she doesn't know you and she wants to impede your life because of it. There's nothing about this scenario that deserves any respect, whatsoever.
Seriously, where's the respect for me? Assuming I'm the scum of the Earth for no reason is not giving me respect. You might as well cross the street because a black man is walking down it. A fourth and ideal conversation would be none because taking pictures in public is a non-issue and anything less is succumbing to rabid paranoia...
How's this for a conversation:
"Nice day!"
"Yes, it is! Few photographers enjoy taking pictures in bad weather... Sometimes, they can make dramatic photos, though!"
"It looks like you really like photography."
"Yeah, there's just something about capturing a slice of life and sharing it with the world. I love the city!"
This kind of conversation won't make breaking news but it's far more representative of real life than your worst fears...