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Feeling ignored by government fuels political violence, research finds
Original: Studies show that when people feel their governments don't listen to them or work for them, violence and violent rhetori
Research is being shared showing a link between political alienation and violence: when people believe their governments do not listen to them or work on their behalf, violent acts and violent rhetoric directed at politicians increase. Commenters are using the findings to discuss rising hostility toward public officials and the role governments play in defusing or fueling it.
Why now: Concern over rising political violence and distrust in government has made the findings resonate widely.
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Evidence
- Studies show that when people feel their governments don't listen to them or work for them, violence and violent rhetoric towards politicians increases. https:// theconversation.com/how-rage-a… · flotationdevice@universeodon.com · 1
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