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The Bulletin

Response to the Trump Assassination Attempt

Jul 16, 2024
National security expert Elizabeth Neumann discusses the Trump assassination attempt, rising violence in US politics, importance of local voting, historical leadership examples, and the threat environment in America.
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  • High rates of violence justified for political aims highlight a concerning trend in American society.
  • Technological influence on identity formation increases susceptibility to extremist ideologies, emphasizing the importance of genuine human connections.

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Increase in Violent Trends Over the Past Decade

Statistics show a concerning rise in violence over the past decade, with domestic violent extremism hitting an all-time high annually, as well as a notable cognitive openness to violence. An alarming 32% of Americans believe that violence is sometimes or always justified for political aims, with a survey indicating 44 million adults endorse violence for election-related outcomes.

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