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Extreme Rhetoric and Political Identity
This chapter examines the Republican Party's adoption of extreme online rhetoric and its effects on public perception. It contrasts the right's success in engaging with alternative media against the Democrats' struggle with language policing, highlighting the resulting disparities in voter attitudes. Additionally, the chapter explores the complexities of political identity within the GOP, alongside challenges faced by Democrats in navigating social media dynamics and media backlash.