The Interesting MD Podcast Doctors Facing Political Violence and Unrest in the US with Author Stephen Marche Part 2
Oct 28, 2025
In a gripping discussion, Stephen Marche, an acclaimed author known for his works on societal issues, delves into the unsettling realities of political violence in the U.S. He reveals how doctors are increasingly becoming targets in politically unstable societies. Marche discusses the shift from policy-driven politics to identity-focused campaigns and warns about the normalization of violence in everyday life. Personal stories highlight the deep-seated anger in America, shedding light on why some choose to emigrate for safety and stability.
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Medicine On The Target List
- Medical professionals become targets in authoritarian or highly polarized societies as trust erodes.
- Stephen Marche warns medicine often follows journalists and security services onto lists of attacked professions.
Use Structural Reform To Reduce Violence
- Push for structural political reforms, like open primaries, to reduce polarization and political violence.
- Marche argues reforms that make politics less career-driven would inject common sense into US politics.
Personal Turning Point After A Mass Shooting
- Rob Beck describes witnessing a mass shooting and how it changed his view of life and safety.
- That experience contributed to his decision to move to Canada for a safer environment.
