Not sure exactly what any anti-globalization protesters have in mind for tonight, but it looks like Chicago’s finest are ready for just about anything up to and possibly including all out armored assault.
Where the heck did they come up with all of this riot gear? Is every cop issued the black shirt/pants/body armor, and blue helmet in addition to his/her standard uniform?
I was surprised to experience a mild trepidation from continually running into clots of armed and armored cops, instead of an increased sense of security.
It’s a tough situation, tho. If I were in charge, I’d rather be overprepared than under.
Anyone involved with the protesters and want to fill us in? I heard someone interviewed on Roe and Garry yesterday afternoon who said they were an environmentalist and a silly anarchist. They repeatedly referred to “the straight dope.” Wondered if they were one of ours.
The latest from Chi-town, where our finest aim not to create disorder, but rather to preserve it.