Pros And Cons Of Protesting At Politicians’ Homes

An abortion-rights protest over the weekend at Supreme Court justice Brett Kavanaugh’s dwelling stoked controversy over whether or not it’s acceptable to protest a public official’s insurance policies at their personal residence. freelancertamal appears on the execs and cons of protesting at politicians’ properties.

PRO

• Forces politicians to work together with public someplace aside from Twitter.
• Can simply slip flyer for roofing service into mailbox.
• Draws consideration away from political lobbyists who stay throughout the road.
• Might be simply the hassle wanted to persuade politician to lastly repaint the trim.
• Helpful reminder to legislators to eliminate that “right to peaceful assembly” factor.

CON

• Really unfair to public officers to should see or hear folks they serve.
• Potentially triggering for common American to see that quantity of wealth in individual.
• Might by accident hear Mitch McConnell railing his spouse.
• Sends harmful message that individuals ought to be held accountable for the way in which their selections affect others.
• If it really works, may have to do it each time.