The Black Lives Matter (BLM) movement emerged in response to the fatal shooting deaths of several unarmed black children and men. Although BLM held several rallies and initially began as a peaceful movement, those rallies and gatherings sometimes descended into violent clashes with other members of the community and law enforcement, resulting in looting, destruction, and violence. What would this behavior be an example of?

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The behavior described in the question, which includes looting, destruction, and violence, would be considered an example of an illegal protest, as it involves breaking the law and engaging in violent acts. While the Black Lives Matter movement as a whole began as a peaceful movement and held legal protests, this specific behavior would not be considered legal or protected under the right to peaceful assembly.

The Black Lives Matter (BLM) Movement Emerged in Response to the Fatal