

Another Trump Assassination Attempt: What Caused It, and Who Is To Blame?
Sep 17, 2024
The discussion centers around a recent assassination attempt on Donald Trump, examining the motivations behind it and its media portrayal. The hosts analyze the historical context of political violence and its connection to political rhetoric during an election year. They critique how media narratives impact public perception, particularly regarding Ukraine and extremism in the U.S. The conversation also highlights the responsibilities of public figures in their speech and the potential consequences of inflammatory rhetoric.
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Intro
00:00 • 2min
Analyzing Political Rhetoric and Assassination Attempts in a Historic Election Year
02:14 • 4min
The Politics of Assassination: Context and Consequences
06:25 • 10min
Media Narratives and Complex Realities in Ukraine
16:09 • 27min
Media Narratives and Violence
43:00 • 7min
Political Violence and Rhetoric
49:45 • 12min
The Blame Game: Rhetoric and Responsibility
01:01:57 • 16min
The Perils of Political Rhetoric and Its Consequences
01:18:01 • 5min