KQED's Forum Trump Escalates Threatening Rhetoric in Campaign’s Final Days
Nov 4, 2024
David Graham, a staff writer at The Atlantic known for his insights into Donald Trump's political rhetoric, joins Juliette Kayyem, a Harvard Kennedy School professor and CNN analyst with experience in national security. They dive into the alarming escalation of violent language in Trump’s campaign, discussing its impact on political discourse and societal attitudes. With concerns about accountability and the potential normalization of extremism, they highlight the urgent need for civil dialogue and civic engagement to preserve democratic values.
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Intro
00:00 • 2min
The Dark Turn of Political Rhetoric
02:23 • 11min
Escalating Rhetoric and Its Implications for Elections
13:29 • 2min
The Escalation of Violent Rhetoric in Politics
15:43 • 18min
Towards Civil Political Discourse Amidst Election Tensions
34:07 • 2min
The Dangers of Political Rhetoric
35:45 • 18min
Empowering Citizens in a Democracy
53:28 • 3min