Always good to know "our troops" are chomping at the bit to turn their weapons American citizens.
I'm not taking that personal considering the source, but you don't know what you don't know. Let's just leave it at that.
I'm all for peaceful protest, and the rights of citizens. I am not in the demographic that feels 'above' the police state. I'm a small man, same as you, subject to the whims of rich and powerful people. I don't condone violence, mayhem, or destruction of property conducted by fringe groups. They need to be weeded out for their crimes against the city and the people of Oakland.
I saw the video, and if I were a juror I would have probably delivered a similar verdict. The guy was exuberant and negligent. I doubt there was any intent to shoot the victim, but he did not engage his brain when it needed to be his most important weapon. He'll serve his time, and spend the rest of his life as a convicted felon. Being a cop in prison is guaranteed solitary confinement for the duration of his term. Years spent staring at a wall are probably no picnic in this case.