A look at recent acts of political violence in the U.S.

The killing of right-wing activist Charlie Kirk on Wednesday at a college in Utah is the latest in a string of acts of political violence in recent years that have spanned the political spectrum.
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Americans across political spectrum reject assassination, justifications for political violence

The first thing to remember in the wake of a high-profile act of political violence, according to one of Lancaster County’s top experts in measuring public opinion, is that what

College Students Across the Political Spectrum Support Shouting Down Opponents

The post College Students Across the Political Spectrum Support Shouting Down Opponents appeared first on Reason.com. Former Missouri AG Andrew Bailey began a transition to a new role as FBI co-deputy director Monday, marking the first time the bureau has split leadership.
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Political violence is on the rise in America. What’s driving it?

Before his apprehension, speculation about the identity and motivations of Charlie Kirk's killer filled the void. A increasingly familiar pattern of political violence is taking shape in America.

Rising political violence targets government entities and staff, experts warn

Researchers highlight a significant increase in politically motivated attacks against government targets, urging leaders and people that the country is at a critical juncture.

Charlie Kirk’s death may cool some political rhetoric, but NYC mayoral race likely to remain hot

The killing of MAGA conservative Charlie Kirk on Wednesday spotlighted the nation’s polarized and sometimes bloodthirsty political climate, prompting calls for bringing down the temperature. But in City,

Rev. Al Sharpton: Republicans and Democrats must unite to stop political violence

Rather than people choosing sides, we need to take the side of saying this political violence has to stop,” the “PoliticsNation” host said Thursday.

Americans are virtually united on key aspect of Charlie Kirk slaying, new poll shows

Nearly 8 in 10 U.S. adults -- 79% -- said Kirk’s death represents a broader problem in American society while only 7% said the brazen murder was a one-off event, according to the YouGov survey. That sentiment carried over across the political spectrum.
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