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Join the Carnegie Endowment for International Peace for a webinar on Political Violence and the 2024 Elections Fri. September 13th, 2024 2:00 PM - 2:45 PM (EDT) In a recent poll, two-thirds of American adults said they were concerned that “extremists” will commit acts of violence following the 2024 election if they are unhappy with the results. This should come as no surprise. Earlier this year the U.S. Department of Homeland Security warned that among other threats the 2024 election cycle will be a  “key event for possible violence.” How real is that threat and how would it likely manifest itself? What are the factors driving political violence in America today? And what can be done to mitigate the threat? Join Aaron David Miller as he sits down with down with former acting assistant attorney general for national security Mary B. McCord and Eric K. Ward, senior fellow at the Southern Poverty Law Center, to unpack these and other issues. https://lnkd.in/e7-SD4-D

Despite some of the current rhetoric, it’s important to remember that a vast majority of Americans across the political spectrum—including 71% of Republicans, 72% of Independents, and 73% of Democrats, believe political violence against elected officials is unacceptable. However, one of our latest surveys reveals a small but not insignificant number of individuals (7% on average) who find it acceptable to “kill or physically harm” elected officials in certain scenarios. Follow along as we continue to track and understand Americans’ attitudes around key democracy issues in our newsletter: https://lnkd.in/ejpySe2k

During a tense session of The Big Debate, representatives from ANC, DA, and EFF delved into critical election issues. Yet, when the focus shifted to gender-based violence, political infighting overshadowed genuine solutions. Read more here: https://loom.ly/BvZaZfA #TheBigDebate #SABCNews

Breaking Down Political Stereotypes: The Truth about Republicans Discover how the misconception of Republicans as a monolith is debunked with real examples. Join the discussion as we highlight the significance of differentiating individuals within a political party. #PoliticalStereotypes #RepublicansUnveiled #IndividualityMatters #BreakingTheStereotype #PoliticalDiversity #UnitedYetUnique #DemystifyingRepublicans #RealPeoplePolitics #BeyondTheLabels #DiverseIdeologies Watch the entire interview at: https://lnkd.in/gjUK45Ev

As Mexico's criminal landscape diversifies, a potential violent shakeup looms during the 2024 elections. Political power shifts often come alongside increased violence as criminal groups and officials renegotiate existing political-criminal agreements. The upcoming reconfiguration could be particularly brutal. How might these dynamics impact Mexico's political and security landscape? Read our analysis at http://bit.ly/3HEvkQl

💬 "Elections are more than just choosing individuals for office, they are a pivotal moment in determining the kind of #community we aspire to build together. From countering divisive rhetoric to enhancing community-centric safety skills, voters themselves are showing what it looks like to protect against #election violence." ⬇️ Read more insights about election #safety in this article from Claire Guinta, External Relations Manager and Kalaya'an Mendoza, Director of Mutual Protection!

An attempted assassination foreshadows a tense run up to the U.S. elections. As we approach November 6th, any increase in political violence may expose the coverage gaps and shortcomings within traditional property & casualty programs. In this article we explore the potential impacts of the assassination attempt, what this means for political violence, key dates and what you can do to manage your risk. Find out more: https://lnkd.in/ekzT8BDt #CrisisManagement #Security #SCR #USElections

Rep. Eskamani warns of the House State Affairs Committee's dangerous step towards an "Article V Convention" to amend the U.S. Constitution. This convention, lacking rules and potentially influenced by unelected, unaccountable delegates and corporate money, could endanger cherished rights. Four campaigns are pushing for this, with 28 states already on board. Eskamani highlights two concerning resolutions: HCR693 for congressional term limits and HCR703 enforcing a "balanced budget," possibly threatening social programs. She voted against these and urges contacting state representatives to oppose them, emphasizing the need to protect the Constitution from extremist manipulation. Let’s go! Agree or disagree with what we said? Please share your comments with us to continue the conversation or DM us on our socials. Stay informed with our newsletter, “The Informer”: https://lnkd.in/e_9F2s5s We appreciate it if you "Like" and comment to continue the conversation. Join our #community by subscribing to our YOUTUBE channel: @J-Washington, and hit that notification button! #Florida #flapol #vote #politicalinnovation #politics #campaigns #podcastlife #Election2024 #TimeToWin #ArticleV #ConstitutionalConvention #Constitution #balancedbudget #termlimits #abortion #privacy #WolfPAC #ConventionofStates #WashingtonHuskies #Biden #Trump

Join Aaron David Miller and Carnegie Endowment as he sits down with down with former acting assistant attorney general for national security Mary B. McCord and Eric K. Ward, executive vice president of Race Forward and senior fellow at SPLC, to unpack these and other issues. In a recent poll, two-thirds of American adultssaid they were concerned that “extremists” will commit acts of violence following the 2024 election if they are unhappy with the results. This should come as no surprise. Earlier this year the U.S. Department of Homeland Security warned that among other threats the 2024 election cycle will be a  “key event for possible violence.” How real is that threat and how would it likely manifest itself? What are the factors driving political violence in America today? And what can be done to mitigate the threat? Register: https://lnkd.in/g2rZnGQF

Red State Politics Explained: Democrat vs. Republican Racism Exposed Explore the complex dynamics of political affiliations in red states like Tennessee. Uncover the truth behind racist tendencies in both Democrat and Republican parties. #RedStatePolitics #DemocratVsRepublican #RacismExposed #PoliticalAffiliations #TennesseePolitics #PoliticalInsights #PoliticalAnalysis #PoliticalDebate #RedStateDynamics #PoliticalTruths