Las Vegas Mayor Shelley Berkley stepped forward on X Saturday to remind residents that protest is an honored American right—but only when it’s exercised within the bounds of the law. She pointed out that defacing property, burning vehicles, or assaulting officers isn’t protest—it’s criminal behavior, and it undermines legitimate causes. With law enforcement in place to ensure safety, Mayor Berkley underscored her message: “Protest peacefully, respect your city, and ensure everyone returns home safe.”

This isn’t a disagreement over values—it’s a commitment to preserving both liberty and order. Engaging in civic action is vital, but that engagement can’t come at the expense of law, life, or property. As politicians on the left often remind us, disruption without direction is just chaos in disguise. We must stand firm in defending constitutional rights—and equally firm in rejecting violence and vandalism.

This weekend, as tensions rise, our city faces a choice: follow Mayor Berkley’s guidance and keep our protests peaceful, or watch our voices get drowned out by needless destruction. True patriotism isn’t shouting louder—it’s acting responsibly.

Source: KTNV Las Vegas

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