"Protestors" Steal From Stores

But justifying looting from a legitimate business that has no connection to that cop makes no sense. It does not hurt him. It hurts the people in the neighborhood who now can't get groceries or diapers or beer or toiletries.

JRBES wrote:

conservative straw man tactic wrote:

None of those posts condoned looting. Saying that it wouldn't have happened had the cops not killed Floyd isn't justifying looting - it's pointing out the cause of it. Come on, you're better than these false accusations.

The statement has implied justification. Similarly, if someone said "Ahmaud Arbery wouldn't have been killed if he hadn't trespassed in homes," even if it were technically accurate, wrongly implies justification.

So yes you have to look not just at the words but their context. Why did the poster feel compelled to point out that looting wouldn't have happened if not for the cop killing? Everyone knows that. But repeating the statement gives it an emphasis that implies the looting is somehow justified.

I also want to point out the looters are not social distancing. That in itself is a jailable crime.

The media has forgotten about Covid 19. 10,000 protesters can show up and the media will never mention that they are not wearing masks or that they are not distancing.

It's Me wrote:

disgusting wrote:

Ironically, this would be society without police officers to enforce the law.

Ironically NO one is asking for no police.

Ironically this would have not hapend if a police officer wouldn't have put a knee to a guys neck.

but you know. Things white people say

I’m a naturalised Korean American; but you know, things people that think they’re smarter than they are say.

This behaviour is inexcusable and disgusting. It denegrates, cheapens, and lessens any message that legitimate protestors were/are trying to say. Your snarky comments and anger would be better spent pointed towards these thieves. In my opinion, your likely acceptance and dismissal of their behaviour does them a disservice.

Here wrote:

“Looting” is always a straw man tactic by racist whites to discredit black protests and messages. You’re transparent.

It has nothing to do with race. If you are protesting about injustice then stealing sh!t has nothing to do with protest.

Here wrote:

“Looting” is always a straw man tactic by racist whites to discredit black protests and messages. You’re transparent.

Is the looting not happening?

It’s happening in force less than a mile from my house

StP Local wrote:

It’s happening in force less than a mile from my house

This was posted on Reddit saying the looters looted and burned down numerous businesses including Target, AutoZone, and affordable housing. You should go out and put boots on the ground and take video:

China murchandize in Big demand bro

It's Me wrote:

disgusting wrote:

Ironically, this would be society without police officers to enforce the law.

Ironically NO one is asking for no police.

Ironically this would have not hapend if a police officer wouldn't have put a knee to a guys neck.

but you know. Things white people say

Some protesters have been arrested but NO police officers have been arrested. Justice for Some (not For All)

flysnizzwallophun wrote:

Oh, this is a game changer. I can't believe this! This is just outrageous. The white press has totally buried this smoking gun video.

I'm going to go bust some stuff myself now. Be back later.

I believe you missed the point of not breaking stuff but rather to expose the corrupt white police officer that actually broke the windows to start the beatdown. There is a Reddit thread on it here by people who claim the officers own friends exposed him on Facebook:

I'm disgusted at the LEO who murdered George Floyd.

I'm disgusted at the looters who stole and destroyed property (including that umbrella man provocateur).

"I see no changes..."

Jeez. The comments on here. Don't people know what a riot is? You get looting and arson. It isn't the first time and won't be the last.

The fabric of society has become freyed. Why should people accept the terms of civilization if the societal contract has been shattered? This doesn't mean it's desirable, but it's perfectly rational.

Were the cops that sparked the protests civil? Is the Chinese govt civil to Hong Kongers? This isn't a pro Trump protest where the issue isn't being able to go to the hair salon.

This isn't anarchy, we don't behave like this by default. How utterly insulated some people on here must be to think we should all behave 'properly' to affect change. Imagine how deeply disillusioned with being able to bring about change through dialogue or politics for this to occur.

appleswan wrote:

Jeez. The comments on here. Don't people know what a riot is? You get looting and arson. It isn't the first time and won't be the last.

The fabric of society has become freyed. Why should people accept the terms of civilization if the societal contract has been shattered? This doesn't mean it's desirable, but it's perfectly rational.

Were the cops that sparked the protests civil? Is the Chinese govt civil to Hong Kongers? This isn't a pro Trump protest where the issue isn't being able to go to the hair salon.

This isn't anarchy, we don't behave like this by default. How utterly insulated some people on here must be to think we should all behave 'properly' to affect change. Imagine how deeply disillusioned with being able to bring about change through dialogue or politics for this to occur.

Thank you!

The Competition Is Internal wrote:

appleswan wrote:

Jeez. The comments on here. Don't people know what a riot is? You get looting and arson. It isn't the first time and won't be the last.

The fabric of society has become freyed. Why should people accept the terms of civilization if the societal contract has been shattered? This doesn't mean it's desirable, but it's perfectly rational.

Were the cops that sparked the protests civil? Is the Chinese govt civil to Hong Kongers? This isn't a pro Trump protest where the issue isn't being able to go to the hair salon.

This isn't anarchy, we don't behave like this by default. How utterly insulated some people on here must be to think we should all behave 'properly' to affect change. Imagine how deeply disillusioned with being able to bring about change through dialogue or politics for this to occur.

Thank you!

Yes, that was a good post. Broken social contract should be a very relatable idea after the last few months. There are breaks all around us.

not a criminal wrote:

But justifying looting from a legitimate business that has no connection to that cop makes no sense. It does not hurt him. It hurts the people in the neighborhood who now can't get groceries or diapers or beer or toiletries.

The word now is that the Autozone fire was set by a local cop. He was white, and had an umbrella, the only person to have one, and he acted out of place. The word that he is a cop comes who his ex-wife who ID him. More to come later.

So, the rioting, lotting and arson maybe instigated by the police. They may be crying to get Trump to send the military to kill as many rioters as possible. Ani't that something.

At least if anything the Trump crowd have been shown up for what they are: cosplayers.

They emphasise govt should be afraid of citizens or else tyranny. Isn't the 2nd amendment about repelling a federal army? Govt shouldn't have a monopoly on violent action, etc.

Now they've changed their tune and talking about sending the National Guard to halt protests against illegitimate use of police power.

not a criminal wrote:

The officer should go to jail. The looters should go to jail. Why should the Michigan protesters go to jail when they broke no law?

They weren't wearing masks. Thats against the law in Mich.