There are 'hidden' cameras on nearly all street corners in both cities. Police Helicopters are constantly overhead, though not nearly as bad as they were in my neighborhood for the critical mass on Friday. There have been many house raids focused on an anarchist group (according to mainstream media), though some have also been on independant reporters. Lots of buses on the highway between mpls/stpaul have been stopped for random searches. All let go in the end, I believe.
From reading both mainstream and indy media it seems as if there is a lot of police intimidation by circling various gatherings with riot gear, whether peaceful 'family' events or potential violent situations.
Should be interesting to hear how today plays out. I will be working all day. Not sure if I want to go down tomorrow. There is some good music playing on the capitol lawn, though.
Carolyn
Sounds like China to me.