"Political violence refers to violent acts intended to provoke or prevent political change. This definition is crucial in a nation where public life is highly politicized."
"Both the left and right have political-violence problems. Denying this based on partisanship is unhelpful, especially when leaders exploit violence for political gain."
"People who believe that violence is a path to resolving political disputes form an emerging political party, united not by policy goals but by a shared belief in justified violence."
Understanding political violence in America is complicated by three major issues: a lack of consensus on its definition, partisan blame, and uncertainty on how to address it. Political violence is defined as violent acts aimed at provoking or preventing political change. Both the left and right exhibit problems with political violence, and viewing the issue through a partisan lens is unhelpful. A growing belief in violence as a means to resolve political disputes transcends traditional party affiliations, indicating a need for a broader understanding of the issue.
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