Is Security For Protests / Riots Heating Up?

I like that you posted this question... This one made me think a lot. 

Ever since 9/11, we have been hugely invested in "security" of our nation, homes and businesses.  The thought process of the United States has been drilled into us over the past decade and a half with this fear tactic, and the demand for overall security has increased significantly.  And now with the rising political tensions, gun control hype, mass hysteria about religion and race (which has been an issue for hundreds of years, just in case anybody forgot), it seems that we are more fearful than ever and most people are convinced that security is a top priority.

So with all the hype, I can imagine that stories like this and media coverage in general are a huge driving factors for installing security systems.  Does anybody have any anecdotal stories in relation to this?

Impact on anyone's business?  Business was negatively impacted at Chase Bank, Bank of America,  UC Berkeley and whoever owned that lighting tower and generator and most likely many others in the surrounding area.

When it comes to riots like the one at UC Berkeley security (contract security or electronic) isn't enough.  Contract security seems to be too risky for companies and are scrutinized for every move they make while trying to protect people and property.  Electronic security (and any other property) will get destroyed by the rioters making it useless to put up.

I am sure there is something out there that can break the riot up, but the rioters will just move to another location.     

Perhaps cities should invest in a cable cam like network, it may be a bit ugly but the coverage it could achieve would be priceless.