Today’s read is from author and columnist Robert Knight. Here’s a brief excerpt, followed by the entire column.

Have you noticed the absence of the word “riot” in news coverage? Rock-throwing, window-smashing, arson, beating up shop owners and shooting cops is the work of mere “protesters.” The Washington Post said Friday that President Trump wants to use the military “to quell protests.” No, he doesn’t. It’s the criminal violence, the looting, the fires and the beatings.

Read the entire column here.