Viewpoints and Ghetto Granny War Protesters?

I like opinions and viewpoints of all angles. I'm voracious for them. In fact is much like how you sit in life drawing classes and make the first marks on paper. The first marks or idea that arrives is usually not the strongest. The more you look at the subject or explore every angle, the more understanding you gain. And sure you make mistakes - lots of them. Juan Cole always offers interesting viewpoints. I would say many are probably what many Americans might not want to hear, but nonethless his opinions and statements offer alternatives to the watered down, mainstream websites or TV news resources. Plus he's an expert on mid-east, especially Iraq.

His latest post offers an insight on war protests in DC. According to the article, Congressman John Conyers inquires why protesters - many senior citizens were held until 4 am at the
United States Park Police Anacostia Station. My wife Helen, a native of DC area describes the Anacostia area as super ghetto and dangerous. Almost like being stranded at Harborview area in Seattle - and at night. Leave it up to the government to keep you safe.