The TV newsies have been pointing to the lack of the Guard on the streets of Ferguson last night. The Guard was called up, but was not sent out to confront the rioters face to face.
This might be a decision by the governor to allow down town Ferguson burn rather than accept the casualties that might result from sending in the Guard. Kent State must have been on the governor's mind.
The National Guard are part time soldiers, and have a much more practical attitude toward opponents than professional police officers do. Guardsmen tend to believe the best way to deal with opposition is to shoot them before they get you. If necessary call in some air and artillery strikes to soften them up before sending in the infantry. This is a good attitude for soldiers in combat. It is a little bit harsh for domestic law enforcement purposes.
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