LOL...
No doubt. It's amusing (to a degree) to note that Chretien himself, rather than the nearby police, tussled with the protestor. It wasn't the only time he had to do his own security work, either. When an intruder broke into his home (yes, while he was PM) his RCMP guards took forever to get there so he knocked the guy cold with--if memory serves--an ashtray.
In all seriousness, it's difficult to fault him in either case, of course...he has to care for his personal safety, especially when the police don't.
Anyway, apologies if I muddied the waters somewhat. LJ's point still stands.