As I surveyed the scene at Union Park, the lack of a large protest gathering was evident, contrasting sharply with expectations of a significant turnout.
The Chicago Police Department had initially attempted to stifle the rally by denying key permits, but their eventual concession on porta-potties highlighted the practical needs of demonstrators.
Concerns among Democrats regarding the potential negative impact of the pro-Palestinian protests mirrored fears from the 1968 Chicago convention, where protests descended into chaos.
The turnout for the 'Crashing the Party' event was underwhelming, with reports of only a few dozen protesters despite expectations of a major mobilization.
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