The article highlights the rise of political violence and polarization in the U.S., particularly following the assassination of Minnesota legislators. Despite President Trump's condemnation of the violence, the piece argues that his rhetoric contributes to this toxic environment. The need for a new courageous leader, likened to Margaret Chase Smith, is emphasized as necessary to confront and challenge the current political climate. The article asserts that expressing concern without addressing the root causes, specifically Trump's influence, is inadequate and ineffective.
Political violence and threats are on the rise, from the failed assassination attempt on Trump during the campaign to the increasing threats to judges and legislators.
Absent from the expressions of dismay and concern is any indictment of a leading propagator of this polarization and violence-Donald Trump, with his poisonous political rhetoric.
The reality, of course, is that this is increasingly 'who we are.' Political violence and threats are on the rise.
We need a new profile in courage who will stand up to Donald Trump as a leader propagator of this polarization and violence.
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