OPINION: Lawmakers can end these threats of violence by following the example of other communities and limiting protests at private homes, writes Colette Phillips.
In recent years, we’ve seen no shortage of hateful, vile, reprehensible behavior exhibited towards women and people of color. Over the past weeks, protesters have directed that hate toward Boston Mayor Michelle Wu, hurlingand threatening violence outside her home in Roslindale. We don't have to accept this behavior.
But let’s be clear: This has never been about protesting. I’m all in favor of protest, particularly as a person of color and a woman. It was protest that brought about progress both for civil rights and women’s rights. I strongly believe that people have the right to assemble and to protest what they think is wrong or injustice.
Australia Latest News, Australia Headlines
Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.
Syl Johnson, ‘Different Strokes’ legend sampled by Kanye, dead at 85Syl was sampled by everyone from Public Enemy and Wu-Tang Clan to Kanye West.
Read more »
‘Vegan’ NYC Mayor Eric Adams Hints That He Does Eat Meat: ‘I’m Perfectly Imperfect’Pressure to vouch for his daily menu comes in the wake of recent reports that the allegedly vegan mayor has been spotted eating fish around town.
Read more »
Ottawa Mayor Warns City Is “Losing This Battle” Against Vaccine Mandate Protests'The situation at this point is completely out of control because the individuals with the protest are calling the shots.'
Read more »
Ottawa Mayor warns 'someone is going to get killed' by truckers' protestJim Watson made the comments after the Canadian city declared a state of emergency.
Read more »
Truckers continue vaccine mandate protest in CanadaWhile the noisy protest has been largely peaceful, police are stepping up personnel with the rise in violent threats. The protests continued all day long and at all hours of the night. Those with the so-called “Freedom Convoy” say they’re staying out.
Read more »