Eric Nisbet

In this discussion with Eric Nisbet, a Northwestern University professor studying public perceptions of political violence, they delve into the alarming rise of partisan political violence in the U.S. Nisbet examines the implications of these tensions on democracy, as seen in a recent assassination attempt on Donald Trump. They highlight the need for unity from leaders like Trump and Biden amidst the chaos and explore how this moment could prompt deeper societal reflections on civic engagement and the impacts of rising threats against diverse political figures.