Sh*t got real

Tuesday I reported from a rally for Wisconsin state employees on the State House steps. The scene was Mass. union workers v. Tea-Partiers and there were copious amounts of fighting and spitting even before the rally. When I arrived, people were yelling in each others faces and bureaucrats were giving heated speeches- one of them actually called for blood. I left the craziness when people started throwing lit cigarettes.

Yesterday I reported from Downtown Crossing station where MBTA general manager Davey was set to meet with riders to hear feedback. Out of nowhere comes a displaced former Harvard Station juice vendor who demanded justice from Davey, saying his business was shut down for no reason and he is now homeless. The man was very frustrated. While screaming JUSTICE! JUSTICE! DEMOCRACY! the police escorted him away. I talked with his wife who returned to apologize. Sad story- I think officials actually might've listened if he went about it in a different manner.

So.. that was more action than I bargained for! I won't complain if next week is dull.