First, I know that racists are allowed in the park because I’ve seen Donald Trump there. Second, the man in question, Christian Cooper (no relation), could have just reported her behavior, but instead took matters into his own hands. He told her to take her dog elsewhere, and when she refused, he said, “Look, if you’re going to do what you want, I’m going to do what I want, but you’re not going to like it,” which sounds pretty threatening. He then beckoned the dog to run away from her, using treats he carries, “for such intransigence,” as he proudly tweeted afterward. This guy is no hero.

Source: New York Times May 28, 2020 17:03 UTC