Originally Posted by
Mycroft
MostlyDead,
It seems (to me) as though you don't support attacking fascists, but because of their odious nature would not be upset if/when it happens?
Which is how I feel about Richard Spencer being punched. That guy, whoever he is, should be prosecuted for assault if caught, but since it was Richard Spencer I still giggle a little bit when I think about it.
Agreed, 100%. I hope I would have tried to stop the Spencer-puncher, but I would not help or hinder him being brought to justice, beyond my legal requirements.
ITT, though, I see it as a clash of ideologies, gang-style, more than a suppression of speech issue. I am more inclined to accept the violence in this OP because I don't see it as people protesting Milo, but as rival political/social factions squaring off together.