Our cities are not "on fire" nor are they "anarchist hotspots". Remember the divisive rhetoric. (Meme)
To the inherent down-voters (anyone in the US), our grandparents or parents grew up during segregation. If you are a first generation citizen that is a beautiful thing but there are inherent issues that are not being addressed in regard to equality in our country. I am 30 and I still discuss everything that existed in the US before the Civil Rights Act of 1964 with my father.
Look at who attended attend CPAC "The Conservative Political Action Conference, an annual political conference attended by conservative activists and elected officials from across the United States and beyond" politicians say cities like Portland or NYC are "anarchist hot spots" are "on fire". All lies and disgusting attempts tO change the narrative of socio-political progression.
"Defund the Police" doesn't mean to take money from the cops, it's an attempt to allocate funds to more sources that handle the plethora of issues police deal with in our country. A pressing issue that revolves around mental health. There are FAR TOO MANY instances of people with mental health issues being shot dead by cops. Qualified immunity is a joke as well i.e Daniel Shaver.