KENOSHA, Wis.—In Kenosha, many everyday businesses are nervously anticipating Sunday’s protest march against a jury’s acquittal of Kyle Rittenhouse. Over six businesses interviewed by The Epoch Times were unwilling to be quoted, even with the offer of anonymity. Most explained that their silence was out of concern that sharing their perspective would result in their stores being looted during tomorrow’s 2 p.m. protest. It remains unclear how many protesters will appear. If the event’s organizers reach their own highest benchmark, about 120 people may attend. In the Jacob Blake riots, 175 people were arrested, and many more participated. Even so, the town is on edge. “I’m not commenting on anything,” one business owner said while declining to comment. “If I say something wrong, my business is gonna get targeted.” Although Kenosha’s streets were quiet and peace-filled while bathed in the afternoon sunlight, many of its people spent the day dreading what …
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