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    10 months ago

    That’s what I thought too, but the author made an interesting point:

    Calabresi suggests that the January 6 attack fits the definition of a “riot.” Perhaps so. But “riot” and “insurrection” aren’t mutually exclusive concepts. An event can be both at the same time. Indeed, that’s a common occurrence in history.

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      10 months ago

      A riot attacking the seat of government, attempting to overthrow the government, is an insurrection

      Edit: NO, for any pedants trying with say what about BLM, protesting abuse of power is not the same thing