political rhetoric
Coverage of political rhetoric in the Nexus archive.
- Crime Is Down. Why Do So Many In Hawaiʻi Feel Unsafe?
Crime rates in Hawaiʻi are reported to be declining, but many residents still feel unsafe. Experts suggest that social media and political rhetoric contribute to the perception that crime is higher than it actually is.
- South Africa's response to xenophobia is under fire
South Africa's government condemns xenophobic violence but faces criticism for inadequate prevention measures, limited arrests, and political rhetoric that exacerbates tensions. Critics argue the response fails to address systemic issues driving the violence.
- South Africa xenophobia response under fire
South Africa faces criticism for its weak response to xenophobic violence, with limited arrests and inadequate prevention measures. Critics argue that political rhetoric sometimes exacerbates tensions rather than reducing them, despite government condemnations of such violence when it occurs.
- Jeanine Pirro warns rhetoric fueling violence after latest Trump assassination attempt
U.S. Attorney Jeanine Pirro announced active federal charges against Cole Allen for a premeditated assassination attempt on Donald Trump during the White House Correspondents’ Dinner. Allen, armed with multiple weapons, is accused of using firearms and planning a coordinated attack, with Pirro emphasizing concerns about rhetoric fueling political violence.
- Not rocket science: Extreme political rhetoric eventually has consequences
Cole Allen, a Caltech graduate, is accused of attempting to assassinate President Trump. The article suggests that extreme political rhetoric may contribute to lowering psychological barriers to violence, potentially influencing such actions.
- Trump administration blames heightened political rhetoric for correspondents' dinner shooting
The Trump administration attributed the shooting at the White House Correspondents' Dinner to increased political rhetoric and violence in the U.S., specifically blaming Democrats and the media. CBS News political director Fin Gómez provided analysis on the incident.
- Dem lawmaker sparks online outrage for blaming Trump's low approval for WHCA Dinner shooting
Rep. Raja Krishnamoorthi blamed President Trump's low approval ratings and rhetoric for fueling the shooting at the White House Correspondents' Association Dinner, where a suspect targeted Trump officials. The incident led to heightened security and debates over funding for the Secret Service and Department of Homeland Security.
- After WHCD shooting, Republicans blame Dems for political rhetoric
Republicans blamed Democrats for political violence after a shooting at the White House Correspondents’ Dinner, accusing them of using 'dangerous rhetoric' against Trump. GOP leaders linked the incident to congressional funding stalemates and criticized Democratic candidates for past inflammatory statements, while Democrats condemned violence and rejected partisan blame.