There is a certain danger in labels, and it may be short sighted. Are you suggesting attempting to reason with them?

[He voices the question in a non-confrontational way, genuinely curious.]

Is it possible, however, that this is merely what they wish for us to believe? In my own experiences, those in power will often attempt to manipulate those in their control by presenting them with "rogue" elements who are in actuality part of the agenda. By comparison, their compatriots look reasonable and contrite, apologize for the abuses, vow not to let it happen again. It fosters a connection they would be unable to forge otherwise.