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Avoid Extreme Demonization in Political Rhetoric
The use of extreme rhetoric like likening someone to Hitler can have dangerous consequences as it sets the most negative perception possible. Such demonization could potentially influence mentally disturbed individuals to contemplate violent actions, believing they would be viewed as heroes for eliminating the perceived threat. While individuals may not be directly blamed for isolated violent incidents, escalating demonization and vitriol in political discourse could potentially poison susceptible minds.