You're suggesting it's a fictional article to make a point, exactly why? The comments do not reflect skepticism as to authenticity and several share similar experiences. https://www.dailykos.com/stories/2021/4/13/2025641/-White-Couple-Pulled-Over-No-Trailer-Lights-No-Insurance-Card-Not-Shot-True-Story I'll go back to the per capita article I posted which lends credence to the authenticity of the story.