It seems that the label of โthugโ is often unjustly reserved for Black individuals, particularly when they are armed. The truth, as demonstrated by Karmelo Anthonyโs actions, is that he was not the aggressor; rather, he defused the situation and the aggressor is dead. His response has ensured that he lives to see another day, a stark reminder that you must stay ready, so you donโt have to get ready. We call it self-preservation.