From the Pragmatic Constitutionalist:

Later tonight I'm going to start telling the full story of what I witnessed last Wednesday, in DC. An audio podcast and written transcript will definitely be up tonight. We're still not sure exactly how (and where) to present the video footage. Multiple reasons for that . . . including some sensitive material. But, here's a little something to whet your whistle. An excerpt from the transcript, and three screen shots: "The video I posted on the evening of the 6th contained an observation that later needed some modification after reviewing my videos. I’d said that most of the violence I saw was coming from Trump supporters, though Antifa was certainly in the crowd. That observation still holds true . . . mostly . . . but I am now prepared to amplify my suggestions of the levels of culpability, from both sides. I don’t care if you like it, or not, but I’m only going to tell the truth of what I saw." These three screen shots are classic Antifa, straight from their handbook. The first screenshot comes from the battle line on the west side of the Capitol building, where the heaviest assaults on police lines were happening. This man came prepared for this skirmish as an Antifa "medic." He shows up to the "mostly peaceful protest" with gas mask, and a backpack full of large bottles of water, milk, towels, etc. . . . and true to handbook instructions, he wears the colors ("false flag") of the enemy. Make note of the specific Trump toboggan with the "45" patch. We see these "medics" at every major riot in which Antifa is involved.

The second screenshot is who Michael Yon, (America's most experienced war correspondent), calls the "agent provocateur." (AP) He's the carnival barker, the one usually holding the bull horn and calling troops into battle, encouraging outliers and the more hesitant protest observers to get involved in the action. They stand on the front lines, waving people into action and directing traffic to where they're most needed for effect. Note the toboggan with the "45" patch. The third screenshot was taken in a crush of individuals pouring out of Nancy Pelosi's office chambers. I was the only person in that hallway moving against the traffic flow, trying to capture what was happening. This particular AP had already led a large crowd into that area, and he was none too happy that I had my camera lens squared up in his direction as they were leaving. Note the toboggan with the "45" patch. These guys were obviously of the same "cell," and used that clothing item as their identification marker. Right out of the Antifa handbook.

My new axiom: "The only thing you can trust right now is what you see with your own eyes. But, even then, go back and review the video."

Anyone who suggests Antifa were not there or did not heavily influence what took place, they're either ignorant or liars. That said, this does not diminish the culpability and participation of MAGA protestors and right-wing militia participation, who were both violent and there in significant numbers.

What we don't yet know, is why those of such polarized ideologies seemed to be working together. Or, maybe both groups were just useful idiots in a larger play? Either way, this was no organic outbreak of violence instigated by Trump's rally speech. This was organized and planned, long before January 6th.

From the Pragmatic Constitutionalist:

Later tonight I'm going to start telling the full story of what I witnessed last Wednesday, in DC. An audio podcast and written transcript will definitely be up tonight. We're still not sure exactly how (and where) to present the video footage. Multiple reasons for that . . . including some sensitive material. But, here's a little something to whet your whistle. An excerpt from the transcript, and three screen shots:

"The video I posted on the evening of the 6th contained an observation that later needed some modification after reviewing my videos. I’d said that most of the violence I saw was coming from Trump supporters, though Antifa was certainly in the crowd. That observation still holds true . . . mostly . . . but I am now prepared to amplify my suggestions of the levels of culpability, from both sides. I don’t care if you like it, or not, but I’m only going to tell the truth of what I saw." These three screen shots are classic Antifa, straight from their handbook. The first screenshot comes from the battle line on the west side of the Capitol building, where the heaviest assaults on police lines were happening. This man came prepared for this skirmish as an Antifa "medic." He shows up to the "mostly peaceful protest" with gas mask, and a backpack full of large bottles of water, milk, towels, etc. . . . and true to handbook instructions, he wears the colors ("false flag") of the enemy. Make note of the specific Trump toboggan with the "45" patch. We see these "medics" at every major riot in which Antifa is involved.

The second screenshot is who Michael Yon, (America's most experienced war correspondent), calls the "agent provocateur." (AP) He's the carnival barker, the one usually holding the bull horn and calling troops into battle, encouraging outliers and the more hesitant protest observers to get involved in the action. They stand on the front lines, waving people into action and directing traffic to where they're most needed for effect. Note the toboggan with the "45" patch. The third screenshot was taken in a crush of individuals pouring out of Nancy Pelosi's office chambers. I was the only person in that hallway moving against the traffic flow, trying to capture what was happening. This particular AP had already led a large crowd into that area, and he was none too happy that I had my camera lens squared up in his direction as they were leaving. Note the toboggan with the "45" patch. These guys were obviously of the same "cell," and used that clothing item as their identification marker. Right out of the Antifa handbook.

My new axiom: "The only thing you can trust right now is what you see with your own eyes. But, even then, go back and review the video." Anyone who suggests Antifa were not there or did not heavily influence what took place, they're either ignorant or liars. That said, this does not diminish the culpability and participation of MAGA protestors and right-wing militia participation, who were both violent and there in significant numbers.

What we don't yet know, is why those of such polarized ideologies seemed to be working together. Or, maybe both groups were just useful idiots in a larger play?

instigated by Trump's rally speech. This was organized and planned, long before January 6th.

From the Pragmatic Constitutionalist:

Later tonight I'm going to start telling the full story of what I witnessed last Wednesday, in DC. An audio podcast and written transcript will definitely be up tonight. We're still not sure exactly how (and where) to present the video footage. Multiple reasons for that . . . including some sensitive material. But, here's a little something to whet your whistle. An excerpt from the transcript, and three screen shots:

"The video I posted on the evening of the 6th contained an observation that later needed some modification after reviewing my videos. I’d said that most of the violence I saw was coming from Trump supporters, though Antifa was certainly in the crowd. That observation still holds true . . . mostly . . . but I am now prepared to amplify my suggestions of the levels of culpability, from both sides. I don’t care if you like it, or not, but I’m only going to tell the truth of what I saw." These three screen shots are classic Antifa, straight from their handbook. The first screenshot comes from the battle line on the west side of the Capitol building, where the heaviest assaults on police lines were happening. This man came prepared for this skirmish as an Antifa "medic." He shows up to the "mostly peaceful protest" with gas mask, and a backpack full of large bottles of water, milk, towels, etc. . . . and true to handbook instructions, he wears the colors ("false flag") of the enemy. Make note of the specific Trump toboggan with the "45" patch. We see these "medics" at every major riot in which Antifa is involved.

The second screenshot is who Michael Yon, (America's most experienced war correspondent), calls the "agent provocateur." (AP) He's the carnival barker, the one usually holding the bull horn and calling troops into battle, encouraging outliers and the more hesitant protest observers to get involved in the action. They stand on the front lines, waving people into action and directing traffic to where they're most needed for effect. Note the toboggan with the "45" patch. The third screenshot was taken in a crush of individuals pouring out of Nancy Pelosi's office chambers. I was the only person in that hallway moving against the traffic flow, trying to capture what was happening. This particular AP had already led a large crowd into that area, and he was none too happy that I had my camera lens squared up in his direction as they were leaving. Note the toboggan with the "45" patch. These guys were obviously of the same "cell," and used that clothing item as their identification marker. Right out of the Antifa handbook.

My new axiom: "The only thing you can trust right now is what you see with your own eyes. But, even then, go back and review the video." Anyone who suggests Antifa were not there or did not heavily influence what took place, they're either ignorant or liars. That said, this does not diminish the culpability and participation of MAGA protestors and right-wing militia participation, who were both violent and there in significant numbers.

What we don't yet know, is why those of such polarized ideologies seemed to be working together. Or, maybe both groups were just useful idiots in a larger play?

Either way, this was no organic outbreak of violence instigat