Trump assassination attempt: What’s next for U.S democracy?
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The Crisis in American Democracy: Examining Political Violence and Extremism
The chapter delves into the emotional motivations behind political assassinations, highlighting how anger and impassioned beliefs drive individuals rather than professional motives. It explores how high-stakes political moments can escalate emotions leading to violence and discusses the deep-rooted divisions and polarization in American politics, drawing comparisons to historical periods of political violence like Italy's Years of Lead.
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