The article discusses the tension surrounding recent immigration raids and civil protests across the U.S. Key figures, including California's governor Gavin Newsom, criticize President Trump for escalating tensions by deploying troops to clash points rather than seeking dialogue. As protests surge in major cities, they exemplify a growing sentiment of distrust in governmental actions during civil struggles, reinforcing a view that mob rule undermines democratic processes. The discussion includes concerns over the effectiveness of riots in creating meaningful change and the need for peaceful avenues toward reform.
"The limitation of riots, moral questions aside, is that they cannot win and their participants know it. Hence, rioting is not revolutionary but reactionary, because it invites defeat."
"Democracy is under assault right before our eyes. This moment we have feared has arrived," he said.
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