Adbusters, a Canadian activist group against corporate corruption and economic inequality, initiated a protest in New York City’s financial district on Sept. 17. The Occupy movement’s ad read: “What is one thing we demand? To occupy Wall marchers.”

Demonstrative evidence, such as videos that can be accessed online, shows the streets of Oakland and what looks and sounds like a war zone. Flashbang grenades and tear gas canisters were launched into crowds of protesters as they peacefully stood holding signs. One canister managed to hit U.S. Marine veteran Scott Olsen in the head. Other protesters ran to his aid when another tear gas canister was thrown in their direction. Seconds later, a group of protesters carried Olsen and asking his name. Olsen suffered severe injuries and was only recently released from critical care last week.

In comparison, protesters of Occupy Austin have had a different interaction with the Austin police. Though dozens were arrested at the Austin City Hall for civil disobedience and criminal trespassing, no force was used toward the protesters. In an interview with KVUE, Austin Police Chief Art Acevedo said: “Our goal all the while has been for Occupy Austin to exercise their constitutional right to protest, and to create a clean and sanitary and safe