How did police respond to the protesters outside the Democratic National Convention in Chicago on August 28, 1968?

A) They merely secured the perimeters and prevented looting of neighborhood stores.
B) Mostly Republicans themselves, the police deliberately allowed protesters to enter the convention hall.
C) The police clubbed and tear-gased the demonstrators outside the Hilton Hotel in downtown Chicago.
D) Understanding the common grievances, many police officers joined the ranks of the protesters.

Democratic National Convention

A series of presidential nominating conventions held every four years by the United States Democratic Party to select the party's candidate for President.

Police

Law enforcement agency or officers tasked with the prevention, detection, and investigation of crime, as well as the apprehension of criminals.

Tear-Gased

The act of using tear gas, a chemical weapon that causes severe eye and respiratory pain, skin irritation, bleeding, and blindness, to control or disperse crowds.