There were riots all over the country when MLK was killed. The cops didn’t need tanks. Let the idiots burn their own cities down. Plus, you actually believe the Ferguson cops need MRAPs to fend off those protesters? Bring out the fire hoses.
the military vehicles were there for the Intimidation factor
Yes, there were riots and the police were out in the streets with helmets and rifles, trading shots with rioters. I didn’t say the police needs MRAPs — rather, what people might call a “militarized police force,” as opposed to some mick walking the beat with a billy club, is necessary in some places in America these days. Sad but true.
Unfortunately chances are the rioting will spread to other peaceful places.