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Episode 564: Multiple Polls Suggest that a Disturbing Number of Americans are More Accepting of Extreme Political Violence
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The American Democracy Minute Radio Report & Podcast for July 15, 2024
Multiple Polls Suggest that a Disturbing Number of Americans are More Accepting of Extreme Political Violence
The attempt on former President Donald Trump’s life came as a shock to many Americans. But as violent rhetoric and actions have increased in recent election cycles, multiple polls confirm that a disturbing number of Americans accept political violence as a means of solving the country’s problems.
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Today’s Links
Articles & Resources:
Public Religion Research Institute/Brookings – Survey Summary: Threats to American Democracy Ahead of an Unprecedented Presidential Election
Public Religion Research Institute/Brookings – Slide Deck Presentation: Threats to American Democracy Ahead of an Unprecedented Presidential Election
Public Religion Research Institute/Brookings – Webinar: What do Americans think about the health of our democracy and the upcoming presidential election?
University of California - Davis Health - Survey finds alarming trend toward political violence
Carnegie Endowment for International Peace - Polarization, Democracy, and Political Violence in the United States: What the Research Says
Journal of Democracy – The Rise of Political Violence in the United States
Reuters - Political violence in polarized U.S. at its worst since 1970s
Groups Taking Action:
Southern Poverty Law Center, Protect Democracy, Bridging Divides Initiative
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