Inflammatory Rhetoric and Civil Unrest

This chapter critically examines the use of inflammatory rhetoric in political discourse and its potential to incite mass violence and civil unrest. The speakers discuss the irony of leaders advocating for 'fighting' their opponents while simultaneously condemning violence, and the implications of portraying protesters as complicit in their circumstances. With contributions from a military guest, the chapter explores the nuances of crime-related rhetoric, immigration issues, and the evolving narratives surrounding civil conflict and totalitarianism.