Marcus Alexander Gadson

Marcus Alexander Gadson, a legal scholar and author of the book Sedition, delves into America's recurring patterns of political violence rooted in its revolutionary origins. He highlights historical crises like the Buckshot War and Bleeding Kansas, showcasing how disputed elections often led to armed conflict. Gadson draws unsettling parallels to the January 6th Capitol attack, warning that insufficient consequences for such actions could embolden future violence. His examination sheds light on the fragile nature of American democracy and the ongoing debates over sedition.