More evidence of the dual system of justice in this country

 AL.com:

A judge on Friday sentenced self-proclaimed Oregon Proud Boy Alan Swinney to 10 years in prison for pulling out a loaded revolver, firing paintballs and spraying bear mace at counterprotesters in downtown Portland last year.

Multnomah County Circuit Judge Heidi Moawad said Swinney had shown no remorse during his trial and up to his sentencing for his actions during two demonstrations in August 2020.

While she said she agreed with Swinney’s lawyer “that there were bad actors on both sides on both days,” she added: “The fact is that you are not just reacting on those dates. You were also provoking and you chose then to become one of those bad actors as well.”

Prosecutor Nathan Vasquez sought a slightly higher sentence of 10 years and one month, calling Swinney a “lightning rod” for political violence and an “extreme danger” to the community.
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This is happening in the same community where Antifa insurrectionist attack federal property and attempt arson and destruction and they face no such harsh sentences. Antifa also assaults police officers and damages business properties without consequences.  Where are the cases against the "counterprotesters?"

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