Yea, the reason why that quote stood with me is that is how I feel.
I live in a relatively nice neighborhood. It's quiet, peaceful. Lots of middle-class folks, fairly diverse. We have lots of little shops within walking distance. People are out running, walking together. Whole Foods at one end of the main avenue, Trader Joe's at the other.
It's USA cliche around here and I love it. I walk to that Trader Joe's and Whole Foods. I walk my dog at the local dog park. My kids ride their bikes and hoverboards out front. I feel safe here.
But that could happen to my family easily. It's chilling. It scared me legitimately and I don't mind saying it.