The presidential election of 1800 serves as a stark reminder of the extreme polarization and violence that can accompany democratic elections, echoing in today's contentious political climate.
Democratic governance is often met with violence. When democracy expands, it typically triggers an antidemocratic backlash, as seen during the Civil War and Civil Rights movements.
The threats to democracy are increasingly present today, mirroring the past where crucial elections sparked fears, leading to both societal panic and violent responses from those feeling disenfranchised.
Past elections have shown that when the stakes are high, emotions run even higher, and historical instances reveal that violence often lurks beneath the surface of democratic processes.
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