Seattle citizens were shocked at what happened at WTO, and the local media were told that out of state anarchists were responsible for the violence and damage. True? It seems reasonable because most of the people there were peaceful, but I really don't know.
What was also reported by the media is that the police security numbers were far too small for the violence that occurred. Seattle didn't anticipate the draw the WTO has of very angry people. Overreaction by the police at that point became one of the major focal points of criticism levied at the city.
Rightfully so imo.
Will, I am sorry that you experienced Seattle in the worst possible light.
Back on topic. This statement floored me:
Quote:
|
"If we're not willing to use it here against our fellow citizens, then we should not be willing to use it in a wartime situation," said Wynne. "(Because) if I hit somebody with a nonlethal weapon and they claim that it injured them in a way that was not intended, I think that I would be vilified in the world press."
|
Honey, if you hurt an American citizen you will learn quickly about vilification on your own doorstep. That logic is incomprehensible to me.