SHOPO is using the Barboza killing in a fear tactic to get what they want.  But, one must look into the deeper facts of the case.  

How did that crip know who to kill?  Did HPD give Barboza adequate protection?  Why was the crip out on bail in the first place?  I don't think Obama's mantra that small time users and dealers are harmless and that they should not be in jail was the mantra of the day 30 years ago.

Anyway, pros and cons are abundant in this case.  Pick one side, any side, and the outcome will not make you happy.