I didn't see any immediate danger. Takes a better man to back the fuck off and let idiots be idiots. Rather than to run in and get themselves turned into a hero or martyr at the needless expense of lives.
And I don't advocate pacifism. Sometimes you have to do what you have to do. I'd run someone over if they threatened my family too. But they'd have to be in the act. Not just threatening.
Trust me I've been in plenty situations where I could have legally stomped someones ass. But exorcised self restraint because it would have been morally wrong. It's the difference between a real hero and someone who just has to make a point.
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