>The type of freedom of expression that Pussy Riot practiced in the Cathedral wouldn't be acceptable in any country, and likely not the US either as i said, pe

>The type of freedom of expression that Pussy Riot practiced in the Cathedral wouldn't be acceptable in any country, and likely not the US either as i said, people outside just don't get it - the perceived political and religious offensiveness of the action strongly weights in as the largest aggravating factor in their opinion about the action and punishment for it. The freedom of expression is protected in the US. The actual crimes committed - the trespassing and/or disorderly conduct, 2 misdemeanors, without priors ... - IANAL of course - seems less than 2nd non-felonious DUI, i.e. fine, community service (like picking up trash in parks and on roadsides) on weekends for few months, a month in jail if judge is in bad mood :)