Rioting: Because We Are Your Children

 - Vancouver, British Columbia - In the days that followed the rioting and looting in both Vancouver and London this year, we heard near universal condemnation on the part of politicians, and for good reason; smashing and looting things is not high on my moral compass. I don't believe that breaking public property or taking advantage of high-end electronics stores with no security is acceptable behaviour, regardless of the cause. I can understand that rage propels us to do unpredictable things, but the riots in Vancouver were certainly not guided by a personal rage. Instead, in the faces of the rioters, it looked more like they were enjoying the moment, and relishing the chance to smash some stuff. And why not take a free jar of Pringles why you're at it?

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2011 Stanley Cup Riots: History Was Made

 - Vancouver, British Columbia - No doubt, you have heard about the rioting, looting, and civil disobedience that took place in my hometown, Vancouver, on Wednesday night. It was shocking to see the place that I've called home my entire life be denegraded into that of a third world war zone. I've spent so much of my life downtown, feeling safe and secure from any threat of assault. Vancouver, overall, is one of the safest cities I've ever been to, and I love it dearly. Thus when I see masses of people trashing it supposedly because the Canucks lost, I cannot help but feel like there must be something more here.

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