

DEBATE: Who’s to BLAME for SURGING political violence?
14 snips Jun 18, 2025
Join Steven Bonnell, known as Destiny, a sharp left-wing commentator, and Sean Fitzgerald, the right-leaning Actual Justice Warrior, as they dive into the contentious issue of surging political violence in America. They dissect who deserves blame for this turmoil and examine the dissonance in responses from both political sides. The duo also tackles the implications of the NYC mayoral race, with insights into the current state of the Democratic Party and the shifting political landscape. Expect a lively and enlightening debate!
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Double Standards on Political Violence
- Many people set different standards for violence depending on which political side is involved.
- Democrats often disavow violence strictly while conservatives sometimes excuse or deny violence on their side.
Violence Deflection and Media Bias
- There's hypocrisy about political violence on both sides, with violence being deflected, denied, or minimized differently.
- Left-wing riots caused extensive destruction but media downplayed them compared to January 6th.
Federal vs State Law Enforcement
- Presidents should let state governments handle local law enforcement unless states fail to act responsibly.
- Federal intervention should be a last resort, with political accountability via elections for state officials.