I remember the day after Durbin voted for the stopgap in March, I saw him at an event with Mayor Johnson, who supposedly had approvals in the single digits. The crowd loudly cheered for the mayor, but boos and shouts of "traitor" greeted the senator.

how the fuck did *an Illinois senator* capitulate to them?

crazy too because pepper spray is supposed to be the more targeted weapon — and it could even be worse depending on how much the poor child was hit with

I believe that last photo was taken at the time CPD showed up in force and threatened to tow the cars of the folks who were following, essentially covering Bovino’s getaway.

Was the last one was when CPD covered their escape by threatening press?

Community members, incl Dominic, guided me to a grassy area, gave me water to drink, washed my eyes out, and calmed me down. We keep us safe. But these unserious weapons will fuck you up.