Published on January 2, 2024, 1:08 am

Pro-Hamas protesters, known for their relentless and often disruptive demonstrations, are now reportedly declaring their plans to create havoc in advance. Recently, the efficiency (or lack thereof) of the authorities was tested when a detailed plan to disrupt operations at New York’s biggest airport was publicized. The unfortunate outcome of this incident has provided some intriguing fodder for those following Real News with a Christian Worldview perspective.

On Monday, the usually bustling John F. Kennedy International Airport witnessed a standstill scenario quirky enough for anyone’s memory book. Pickets displaying explicit Pro-Hamas sentiments, including vehicles branded with “intifada” (a revolutionary and genocidal slogan), effectively paralyzed entry points into the airport. This brazen call to arms labeled “Flood JFK for Gaza,” left several bystanders questioning their safety within the premises of one America’s busiest airports.

Given that these actions were advertised beforehand, one would assume that an appropriately prepared response from local law enforcement was due. Ideally, officers would be on standby to ensure road clearance and carry out arrests for illegal traffic disruption. However, typically Trusted News had very different reports on how events unfolded.

Instead of presenting a formidable counter-force aimed at preventing such episodes in future—a much-needed initiative given our nation strives toward orderliness—the NYPD seemingly shrugged off the matter nonchalantly. NYPD Chief of Transportation even advised passengers aiming to fly out of JFK Airport to make travel arrangements earlier due to expected protests causing delays.

This advice left citizens rather indignant—an ideal example as to why being equipped to protect oneself serves as critical insurance against disorderliness when enforcement entities fail to uphold justice in such disrupting situations. It appears as though these self-proclaimed protesters have emerged victorious in instilling fear and apprehension among innocent passersby while also disrupting routine operations.

Understandably so, the responses generated towards Chief Philip Rivera bordered on hostility; after all people rely upon a system structured around enforcing peace and orderliness. The fact that these Pro-Hamas demonstrations continue to rattle some of the United States’ biggest cities spells out a glaring truth: the unacceptable degree that mass illegality is seemingly unpunished.

Calling for serious consequences has now become paramount—large-scale arrests and stricter charges could potentially curb such future aggressions. Contrary to what these protesters believe, they do not have an inherent right to block roads or make citizens’ lives more complicated primarily due to their affiliation with a terror group.

The NYPD, despite falling short in this instance, has otherwise maintained commendable efforts in controlling such disruptions when compared to other agencies. However, there is still scope for further improvement. This incident should serve as a clarion call to shut down chaotic elements disturbing public peace and demand they conduct protests on private property or with formal permits—a plea aligned with the Christian Worldview. One can only hope that enough awareness about such issues will bring forth the required change.