Democratic voters express fury over inability to stop Trump's agenda
UNITED STATES, JUL 8 – Democratic voters, mostly affluent white liberals, pressure lawmakers to abandon civility and consider violent tactics to oppose Trump, reflecting rising frustration, Axios reports.
- A 2024 study found only a small minority of Americans strongly believe a civil war is imminent or necessary in the near future.
- Researchers expected civil war support to rise amid 2024 election polarization but found it remained stable or declined slightly.
- Political scientist Barbara Walter, an expert on civil wars, states the U.S. is a partial democracy with identity divides increasing conflict risk.
- Survey data shows 3.7 percent believe they would fight in a conflict while 84 percent oppose participation, often dissuaded by family or leaders.
- Experts warn that political reform and regulating social media are crucial to reduce tensions, though sporadic political violence may continue around elections.
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