‘What’s happening is white privilege.’ Kid glove treatment of pro-Trump mob stirs anger
Last summer, a diverse group of largely peaceful protesters for racial justice were met with tear gas, military tactics, and legions of police in riot gear. But when armed and violent — and mostly white — insurrectionists stormed the Capitol on Wednesday, an anemic law enforcement operation was comparatively gentle, even polite.

The contrast was stark.

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Photos: How law enforcement treated Black Lives Matter protests in D.C. compared to the attack on the US Capitol Wednesday
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