It's been that way for some time now in many areas of this country.
Rule 1: When survival is at stake do what you have to do and don't moralize it too much afterwards - Robert Heinlein, Tunnel in the Sky
Rule 2: "When it's time to shoot, shoot don't talk" - Tuco from "The Good, the Bad and the Ugly".
Rule 3: "You don't do anyone any favors by being soft", Starbuck BG