Quote Originally Posted by upthemaggies View Post
I think what's changed (and I'm not stating this as fact, just my observation) has been the widespread approval and excuses being made from 2020 (by politicians included) for 'the mob' / legitimate protesters crossing the boundaries of what has always - until now - been deemed to be acceptable. Including violence.

Edit: Police behaviour hasn't exactly been what can be described as professional in some cases either. It's been heating up on all sides.
What examples do you have in mind?

I tend to think that whatever's happening is more generalised, with some deeper causes, rather than reactions to events.

I'm watching these games from abroad btw, where they're being shown. I wonder what any non-Brits make of Port Vale-Swindon, Huddersfield, Everton etc....Not just the invasions but the constant spectator shots. 'Passionate' might not be what some viewers think of first.