Their formula for keeping power requires control of the "election" process, which means driving out businesses and anyone else with the means and motivation to oppose them.
HARD BLUE areas of the U.S. have fallen to an enemy who has absolutely no regard for democracy or republic (of laws).
This is exactly what Hitler believed, that any form of democracy is a horrible system to be eliminated, along with rule of law, ASAP.
Perhaps they should change the name of Market Street to "Festival."
Excellent analysis.