They are simply reading the room and making a calculated choice. The public needs to continue putting the pressure on, they are cracking at the local level first.
The enemy of my enemy is my friend. in WWII we were allies with Stalin, and we knew full well he was a monster, and when the war was over, we were both going to after each other.
Not saying I’m a fan of the police, but I think they made a good call this time.
… this time.
It’s Illinois state law that they’re prohibited from assisting federal agents in doing federal agent stuff.
So for once the cops were actually following the law.
“Gee guys, we’d love to help you abuse the rights of citizens, it’s kind of our favorite thing, but our hands are tied here. I’m sure you understand.”
That’s shocking.
They are simply reading the room and making a calculated choice. The public needs to continue putting the pressure on, they are cracking at the local level first.
The enemy of my enemy is my friend. in WWII we were allies with Stalin, and we knew full well he was a monster, and when the war was over, we were both going to after each other.
Except the saying really means “The enemy of my enemy is my enemies enemy”. Nothing proves that any better than WWII.
Soon we may get to learn this lesson again with WW III …