As was explained later, that comment was meant to say that in giving space to people to protest, space was taken by people who vandalized, not that the violent people were given permission. Words are important and must be chosen carefully. The protesters in Baltimore certainly did not abide by Freeper guidelines for a rally, protest or March.
“Protesters”?????? I’d say rioters. LIBs might see these lawless clowns as “protesters”.