New York Senate Democrats Enter Fundraiser Protected By Curtain

The Buffalo News reports:

They entered behind a black curtain that kept protesters at bay.

And if that wasn’t protection enough for the visiting VIPs, Buffalo’s police commissioner was on the scene ordering protesters and reporters to stay clear and on the sidewalk.

Keeping the public from the politicians was just one part of the scene Friday as State Senate Democrats arrived in Buffalo for a $5,000-a-plate political fundraiser.

Outside, about 60 protesters, undeterred by police, shouted slogans that suggested the real crime is down the Thruway in Albany.

“Stop stealing our money. Stop stealing our money,” the crowd shouted before quickly switching to, “You’re all crooks. You’re all crooks.”

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