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flashman13

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11. I expect there will be large demonstrations tonight in Mnneapolis. I'm sure the demonstrators will remain peaceful.

Reply to Miles Archer (Original post)

Wed Jan 7, 2026, 07:04 PM

Jan 7

I wouldn't necessarily expect Trump's goons to remain peaceful. They may attempt to provoke confrontation. I think Walz plans to use the Guard to protect the demonstrators. I hope this does not spin out of control.

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