Is Unity Possible in US Politics? Political and Cultural Leaders Weigh In

Published on July 23, 2024

News Analysis Following the assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump, both the Republican 2024 nominee and President Joe Biden called for unity and a reduction in political tensions. The former president dramatically altered his Republican National Convention (RNC) speech to focus on national unity. Republicans, Democrats, and their followers have used divisive language to describe their opponents, with Republicans accusing Democrats of being socialists or a threat to American values, and Democrats portraying Republicans as extremists or fascists. A 2023 Pew Research study shows that 86 percent of Americans believe Republicans and Democrats are more focused on fighting each other than solving problems. Almost 70 percent of those surveyed say they are frustrated by the lack of objective information about politics....

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