[PeteB570]

I think she would have a better case, said “NO” and let them arrest her.

[ronnie raygun]

Incidences true or false need to be confirmed and if true we need to stand and be counted

[frog in a pot]

I think she would have a better case, (if she had) said “NO” and let them arrest her.

She certainly would have gathered wider national attention and perhaps improved her negotiating position.

The authorities appear to be thinking this was an instance of "yelling fire in a crowded theatre".