instinct = insurrection (cont. 2)
Published Monday, June 26, 2006 by christopher johnson | E-mail this post
BLACKOUT!
As a historical example of the instinct of insurrection, we can examine the blackout that occurred in New York City on 13 July 1977. As soon as the electricity was out, the looting and rioting began citywide. Referring to the insurrection model, the threshold contracted, and with mix of high economic and social strain and an already volatile mass, the insurgency was inevitable. Police were grossly outnumbered, and without electricity, had very little communciation or resources. Arson and looting were rampant and widespread. Ordinary citizens became heroes by turning to vigilante justice while guarding their property and lives....using the threat violence to protect themselves.
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