The return of political violence

Bruce Hoffman, a Senior Fellow for counterterrorism and homeland security at the Council for Foreign Relations, dives into the alarming rise of political violence in the U.S. He connects online extremist rhetoric to real-world violence, examining the normalization of aggressive speech among political figures. Hoffman discusses the romanticization of vigilante acts and cultural acceptance of violence, warning of its implications for democracy and social cohesion. Historical parallels enhance the conversation, highlighting the urgent need for unity in addressing these challenges.