[jqm]

While I generally agree that Brown was responsible, Wilson did do something wrong. He pulled up squealing tires and yelled for Brown to get the F* out of the street.

This type of verbal hostility is probably what got Wilson attacked in the first place. He set the fight button off. Not saying Brown was right.. he wasn't right, and he was stupid. Once he let his temper get the better of him, his shooting was all but inevitable.

But I think this is what people are protesting against as much as anything. Not shootings necessarily, but the general dickish, hostile attitude of police. Especially against certain groups.

[sillysaurus3]

That's interesting. Did Wilson act that way?

I'm just wondering if there's an audio recording or some such.

[jqm]

That's my understanding. I'm guessing you might already be aware this is probably what happened, but in case not, I trust you will investigate.

There is a reason people are so angry. And I think it's more than a kid (who even the most sympathetic must secretly understand brought it upon himself) getting shot. People in some communities are sick of being treating with lack of respect at nearly all turns by law enforcement. I can't say I blame them.

(edited after thanks and upvote. apologies if content was changed substantially.)

[sillysaurus3]

Thanks for the comment. I hadn't considered that aspect.