Is that Tear gas?? Isn't it interesting that the Geneva convention outlaws the use of tear gas on the battlefield... But governments all around the world do not hesitate to use it on their own citizens. Only a massive worldwide revolution can fix these systemic problems. If millions of people would gather in their capitals and peacefully take over all government buildings, WE can overthrow the entire world structure. Otherwise...>Welcome to the prison planet! [ame=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=o75PsBIjq6Q&feature=feedu]YouTube - Dramatic footage of fresh clashes in Tunisia as police fire tear gas[/ame]
Tunisia was ruled by an autocrat until about a week ago when mass protests led to the collapse of his government. Ostensibly, Tunisia was a democracy, but the same man had been President for over 2 decades and elections were always marred by government crackdowns, preventing the people from having real choice at the voting booth. Contrary to the OP's statements, this was covered extensively by American Cable News: Tunisia seeks arrest of ousted president - World news - Africa - msnbc.com FoxNews.com - Tunisia issues intl warrant for ousted president Tunisia issues warrant for ousted leader, family members - CNN.com But hey, don't take my word for it, do a Google search for "MSNBC Tunisia Government" and watch as a dozen links pop up. Same for "Fox News Tunisia Government" and "CNN Tunisia Government". Note: I do not think that American Cable News is a particularly good news source, but I do think there's some value is seeing if they've reported on a story before claiming that they have not.
Too bad everybody in the video missed this memo. But I guess after being oppressed (in whatever fashion) for an odd amount of years, you're bound to go crazy. But these guys probably should've known better.
I got curious.... these arent my words my may explain some. Yes, gas hurts. By it's very nature, it is designed to cause discomfort. It is a form of what is known as pain compliance. The main advantage is once it is washed/rinsed off, there are no long term or lasting repercussions. It's not warfare. Geneva Convention rules are only for the INTERNATIONAL community when it comes to warfare. However, Teargas in not on the Conventions list of chemical agents not to be used. CS gas causes no permanent damage and does not linger
Yes tear gas is not illegal to use... I have stood in rooms full of tear gas for training and I'm still here. They should use more of it on "non" violent protesters and fat white kids..