The causes of the attack against Trump were Biden's hate campaign, threats from Democrats, progressives and the disclosure made by the media
The Current Political Climate
The American political landscape has become an ideological battlefield, where moderation seems to have disappeared. Joe Biden's presidential campaign, along with certain progressive sectors and the media, has adopted rhetoric that presents Donald Trump not only as a political opponent, but as an existential threat to the nation.
The Demonization of Trump
Biden and Alarmist Rhetoric
Joe Biden's campaign has been full of hatred towards Trump, presenting him as an authoritarian fascist who must be stopped at all costs. Biden has aimed at Trump from the beginning, calling him a threat to democracy.
- Biden: "Trump is an authoritarian fascist who must be stopped at all costs"
- Biden: "Trump is a threat to democracy"
These statements go beyond the usual political criticism, painting Trump as an imminent danger who must be removed from the political scene "at all costs."
The Media and the Amplification of Fear
Celebrities and the media have fueled the fire of hatred against Trump and the Republican Party. These radical leftists promote violence and hatred in a manner similar to radical Islam. From Kathy Griffin's infamous photo of a beheaded Trump to Shakespeare in the Park's depiction of Trump's assassination, the list goes on with threats and violent images.
- Alarmist headlines: "These could be our last elections"
- Extreme historical comparisons: "Trump is the new Hitler"
- Unfounded accusations: "Trump will execute his political opponents"
The media has played a crucial role in amplifying these messages, creating a climate of fear and urgency that can be misinterpreted by susceptible individuals.
The Culture of Hate
Celebrities and the Promotion of Violence
- Kathy Griffin: Photograph of "Beheaded Trump"
- Madonna: "I've thought a lot about blowing up the White House"
- Robert De Niro: "I would like to punch him in the face" calling him stupid, a crook, and a disgrace to the country.
- Snoop Dogg: Simulates shooting Trump in a music video
- Mickey Rourke: Threatens to hit Trump with a baseball bat
These expressions, although some are presented as "art" or "comedy," normalize the idea of violence against Trump and his followers.
Violent Cultural Representations
- Shakespeare in the Park: New York City's 'Shakespeare in the Park', which showed President Trump being brutally stabbed to death. 'Julius Caesar' by William Shakespeare.
- Marilyn Manson: Music video where he kills (decapitates) a character representing Trump in the preview of the video for the song 'SAY10'
These cultural productions, under the guise of art, contribute to the dehumanization of Trump and his followers.
Call From Democratic Leaders, Actors, and Public Figures To Beat and Shoot Trump
Nancy Pelosi (Speaker of the House of Representatives): You have to be prepared to punch Donald Trump.
Sen. Jon Tester (D-MT): Donald Trump is "bad for this country" and Democrats should "punch him in the face."
Joe Biden (2020 campaign): I would wear him behind the gym if I were in high school.
If we were in high school, he'd take him behind the gym and beat him up, no. I wish I was in high school so I could take him to the gym.
Rep. Maxime Waters (D-CA) I'm going to take Trump out tonight. "If you see someone from that cabinet in a restaurant, in a department store, at a gas station, you go out and create a crowd, you push them and say, 'You are no longer welcome anywhere.'"
Senator Elizabeth Warren (D-Massachusetts): Get it out now. Could President Trump get away with sending an FBI hit squad to eliminate anyone who decided she was a threat?
Johnny Depp (actor): When was the last time an actor killed a president? They're still going to have to go out and put a bullet in Donald Trump.
Cynthia A. Johnson (State Representative - Michigan): Well, this is just a warning to you Trumpers.
Be careful. Walk carefully. And for those of you who are soldiers, make them pay.
From Words to Deeds
Violent Incidents
Democratic politicians, the so-called progressives, with biased media support, have stoked hatred against Trump and other conservatives, putting their lives at risk, which has led to assassination attempts such as those of Scalise, Kavanaugh and Trump.
- 2017: A Bernie Sanders supporter shoots Republican congressmen, wounding Steve Scalise
This incident demonstrates how extreme rhetoric can lead to actual violent actions.
Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer, Democrat, walked to the steps of the Supreme Court in March 2020 and called Kavanaugh by name: "I want to tell you, (Judge Neil) Gorsuch. I want to tell you, Kavanaugh. You have released the whirlwind and you will pay the price. You will not know what hit you if you continue with these horrible decisions.
- Nicholas John Roske was accused of attempting to assassinate Supreme Court Justice Brett Kavanaugh and other justices, according to an FBI statement. Roske traveled to Maryland with the intention of killing Kavanaugh after the publication of a draft opinion suggesting overturning Roe v. Wade. He was arrested outside Kavanaugh's home.
The Responsibility of Political Leaders
The constant characterization of Trump as "rootless," "unhinged," and "un-American" by Democratic leaders and the media creates an environment where some may feel justified in taking extreme actions to "save" the country.
Conclusion: The Danger of Extreme Polarization
The attack on Trump can be seen as the direct result of years of demonization and inflammatory rhetoric. It is imperative that all political actors, media outlets and public figures recognize their responsibility in creating this climate of hate and work to promote a healthier and less polarized political debate.
The preservation of democracy requires a commitment to respectful dialogue and the categorical rejection of any form of political violence, regardless of party affiliations.
