They are the ones who basically tear up a city. It takes a lot of energy and resources to deal with them. We have been and will continue to talk with protesters about them being able to lawfully get their messages out, and the majority of them do not want to see destruction of property or physical confrontations. He added, however, that the police will do what is necessary to maintain order. But let me stress that we're here to protect everyone's free speech and rights.
Officials expect thousands of demonstrators.
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