Game to destroy CCTV cameras: vandalism or valid protest?

[abelenkpe]

154. Oh noes!

We live in a police state!

The police tell homeowners that cameras are one of the best deterrents to avoid break-ins. (A large barking dog is also good along with lights.) I've seen how traffic cameras installed at intersections encourage people in Los Angeles to avoid blocking traffic and running lights. There are statistics showing there are fewer pedestrian accidents at such intersections and traffic flows better but people still argue against them when they are caught breaking the law, because y'know they feel entitled to roll through a traffic light or two...what's the problem? Yes, it sucks paying fines for breaking the law. Maybe don't break the law then.
There used to be a ton of drugs sold and homeless beatings and muggings that happened at the park in Hollywood but they installed cameras and guess what? Crime is way down. Yes, it probably just moved a few blocks over to a non camera area, but hey, homeless people can sleep safely and kids can play in the park with their families again. And the crimes that do occur criminals are actually caught. Because there is evidence. There are studies that even show that having a non working camera set up lowers crime. But we should encourage people to destroy these cameras. What fun.