Simply stated, the most recent time in American history where the left was known for both protesting as well as radical terrorist activity coincided with the ascendance and reign of Richard Nixon and was followed by a swelling of the prison-industrial complex. In what world does this work out? I don't mean to suggest that the left here back's this activity, but I'm genuinely perplexed as to the long-term narrative in the actor's mind (I doubt there is one). The denizens of Other Atlas have come out in support of this tactical idiocy.
So, you think that this is all a strategy to get millions in jail?
No, he's saying that could be an unintentional result.
So you got rid of the draft and South Vietnam fell in '75. Maybe a few more other liberal accomplishments, and then what? Deregulation, crime control, social disintegration, and war followed.