Third day of protests against the high cost of living: amplified security for a 'high-risk' Saturday

AI justification

Anticipated violence and resource diversion outweigh democratic expression benefits. | The protests represent a significant exercise of democratic rights (SDGs 10/16, UDHR) to address socioeconomic inequality, but the anticipated violence and heavy-handed policing create substantial ethical costs. The net impact tilts negative due to the direct harm to public safety and property, outweighing the potential for policy change. The event reflects systemic tensions but risks exacerbating them.