In NYC it changed for a time after the Crown Heights riots in the early 1990s; the old white commies realized many blacks hated all whites in general and Jews in particular. Since then a new generation of spineless whites has emerged that deceives themselves that things are different now (despite overwhelming evidence that things are much worse).
The Daily Caller piece treated Newburger, Downey, et al as comic relief. And I'll admit there is a humorous aspect to "Old, White Commies" leading young, black protesters.
But it's also sad. Not because these old, white Commies have wasted their youth -- and seem intent on wasting their golden years, as well. They are objects of humor and scorn, in equal proportions.
Instead, it is the black protesters -- who once again have been led astray by white Leftists, in service to the Leftist agenda. Once again, the blacks have been "used". Seemingly, they can't escape being tools of the Left.
Perhaps, though, I should take heart -- apparently the protest was small in number...and less than enthusiastic about their task. I would have expected a better effort from the community agitators in Chicago.