Are Americans Becoming More Tolerant of Political Violence?
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TL;DR
- Most Americans believe politically motivated violence is a serious and worsening problem.
- Republicans and Democrats primarily blame the opposing party for political violence.
- Polls suggest an increasing, though debated, level of support for political violence among Democrats and young adults.
- Defining 'political violence' and measuring genuine support remains a significant challenge for pollsters.
- Experts warn that widespread support for political violence could lead to dangerous societal spirals.