Some people despise drug users on their streets but oppose safe injection (a.k.a. overdose prevention) sites, which would move the drug users indoors.

It's often an act of power, like a mob. It's the corruption of power made viceral.

I've given up hope on transportation in the USA. It certainly won't be fixed within my lifetime.

Exactly the response your enemies planned. Act aggressive enough and the other side will give in. You're their best friend when you do it and every time you post it.