{"id":2106806,"date":"2023-11-23T20:38:04","date_gmt":"2023-11-24T01:38:04","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/americas-great-divide-poll-shows-many-voters-would-consider-alternative-to-democracy-view-political-violence-as-acceptable\/"},"modified":"2023-11-23T20:40:03","modified_gmt":"2023-11-24T01:40:03","slug":"americas-great-divide-poll-shows-many-voters-would-consider-alternative-to-democracy-view-political-violence-as-acceptable","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/americas-great-divide-poll-shows-many-voters-would-consider-alternative-to-democracy-view-political-violence-as-acceptable\/","title":{"rendered":"Poll: Many US Voters Open to &#8216;Alternative&#8217; to Democracy, Accept Political Violence"},"content":{"rendered":"<aside class=\"mashsb-container mashsb-main mashsb-stretched\"><div class=\"mashsb-box\"><div class=\"mashsb-count mash-medium\" style=\"&quot;\"><div class=\"counts mashsbcount\">24<\/div><span class=\"mashsb-sharetext\">SHARES<\/span><\/div><div class=\"mashsb-buttons\"><a class=\"mashicon-facebook mash-medium mash-nomargin mashsb-noshadow\" href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/sharer.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.conservativenewsdaily.net%2Fbreaking-news%2Famericas-great-divide-poll-shows-many-voters-would-consider-alternative-to-democracy-view-political-violence-as-acceptable%2F\" target=\"_top\" rel=\"nofollow\"><span class=\"icon\"><\/span><span class=\"text\">Facebook<\/span><\/a><a class=\"mashicon-twitter mash-medium mash-nomargin mashsb-noshadow\" href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/intent\/tweet?text=&amp;url=https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/?p=2106806&amp;via=ConservNewsDly\" target=\"_top\" rel=\"nofollow\"><span class=\"icon\"><\/span><span class=\"text\">Twitter<\/span><\/a><a class=\"mashicon-subscribe mash-medium mash-nomargin mashsb-noshadow\" href=\"#\" target=\"_top\" rel=\"nofollow\"><span class=\"icon\"><\/span><span class=\"text\">Subscribe<\/span><\/a><div class=\"onoffswitch2 mash-medium mashsb-noshadow\" style=\"display:none\"><\/div><\/div>\n            <\/div>\n                <div style=\"clear:both\"><\/div><\/aside>\n            <!-- Share buttons by mashshare.net - Version: 4.0.47--><h2>America&#8217;s Great Divide: Poll Reveals \u200bSurprising Attitudes Towards Democracy \u2064and Political Violence<\/h2>\n<p>A recent poll conducted by the University of Virginia Center for \u200cPolitics has shed light on the deep divisions within American society. The survey, which targeted over 2,000\u200b registered voters supporting either President Joe Biden or former President \u200dDonald Trump, uncovered some \u200bstartling findings.<\/p>\n<p>The poll asked respondents whether they believed democracy was still a viable system and if America should explore alternative forms of government. Shockingly, 31% of Trump supporters and 24% of Biden\u2062 supporters agreed that democracy was no longer sustainable.<\/p>\n<p>Even more concerning was the question about political violence. The survey asked participants whether they believed it was acceptable to use violence to stop \u2062the opposing party from achieving their goals. Astonishingly, 41% of Biden supporters and 38% of Trump supporters answered \u2062affirmatively.<\/p>\n<p>Furthermore, the poll revealed \u200dthat both <a href=\"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/americas-great-divide-poll-shows-many-voters-would-consider-alternative-to-democracy-view-political-violence-as-acceptable\/\" title=\"Poll: Many US Voters Open to 'Alternative' to Democracy, Accept Political Violence\">groups believed electing officials<\/a> from the\u2062 opposing \u200bparty would cause lasting harm to\u2063 the\u2064 country.\u200c 70% of Biden supporters feared the consequences of electing Republicans,\u200c while 60% of Trump supporters expressed concerns\u2063 about Democrats.<\/p>\n<p>Additionally, a significant portion of respondents viewed the opposing party as a threat to the American way of life.\u2064 42% of Biden supporters saw the Republican Party as a threat, while 47%\u200b of Trump supporters felt the same way about the Democratic\u200d Party.<\/p>\n<p>The\u2063 survey also\u2064 touched on the topic of secession, with 41% \u2063of Trump supporters and 30% \u200dof Biden\u200d supporters indicating\u2062 support \u2063for states \u200bleaving\u200d the union to form their own countries.<\/p>\n<p>These findings highlight the deep divisions and growing disillusionment within American society. It is\u200d crucial to address these \u200bconcerns and \u200dwork towards bridging the gap to ensure a united and prosperous\u2063 future for the nation.<\/p>\n<hr>\n<h3>An Urgent Note from Our Staff:<\/h3>\n<p><em><b>The Western Journal has been labeled \u201cdangerous\u201d simply because we have\u2062 a biblical worldview and speak the truth about what \u2062is happening in America.<\/b><\/em><\/p>\n<p><em>We refuse\u2064 to let Big Tech \u2064and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/pfizer-recruits-super-bowl-champ-to-be-official-spokesman-for-covid-booster\/\" title=\"Pfizer hires Super Bowl champ as COVID booster spokesperson.\">woke advertisers dictate<\/a> the\u200b content we share with our community. We stand for\u2063 truth. We stand for freedom. 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Your support means \u2062we can continue \u2063to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/trump-tax-returns-leak-suspect-charged-faces-5-years-prison-time-if-convicted\/\" title=\"Suspect charged in Trump tax returns leak, could face 5 years in prison.\">expose \u2062false narratives<\/a> and defend traditional American values.<\/em><\/p>\n<p><em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.paypal.com\/donate\/?hosted_button_id=BM6XAWRJ8NS7A&#038;utm_source=site&#038;utm_medium=westernjournalism&#038;utm_campaign=authorpitch\">Please stand with us by donating today<\/a>.<\/em><\/p>\n<p><em><b>Thank you\u2064 for your support!<\/b><\/em><\/p>\n<p>The post <a rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https:\/\/www.westernjournal.com\/americas-great-divide-poll-shows-many-voters-consider-alternative-democracy-view-political-violence-acceptable\/\">America&#8217;s Great Divide: Poll\u2063 Shows Many Voters Would Consider &#8216;Alternative&#8217; to Democracy, View Political Violence as Acceptable<\/a> appeared first on <a rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https:\/\/www.westernjournal.com\">The Western Journal<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p> <\/p>\n<h2> \u200cWhat are the implications of a significant number of supporters from both sides questioning the sustainability of democracy in\u200b the United States?<\/h2>\n<p><span>  He same way about the Democratic Party. These statistics highlight the \u200bdeep polarization and animosity that exists \u200cbetween the two major political factions in the United States.<\/p>\n<p>The findings of this poll are concerning for several reasons. First, the fact that a significant number of supporters from both sides \u200bquestion\u200d the\u200d sustainability of democracy is alarming. Democracy \u2063is the cornerstone of American society\u2062 and has been highly regarded as a model of governance across the world. The erosion of faith in democracy \u2062could have serious consequences for the future\u200b of the nation.<\/p>\n<p>Additionally, the acceptance of political violence by a substantial portion of respondents is deeply troubling. It goes against the\u200b principles \u200bof a healthy democratic society, where peaceful discourse and peaceful transfers of power are fundamental. The normalization of violence as a\u2064 means to achieve political goals is a dangerous path to\u2064 take and threatens the very\u2063 foundation of democracy.<\/p>\n<p>The perception of the opposing party as\u200b a threat to\u2063 the country is another\u200d divisive aspect revealed by the poll. It shows a\u2064 lack \u2063of understanding and empathy between the two sides, leading to further polarization and reluctance to engage in \u200bproductive dialogue. Such attitudes hinder the ability to find common ground and work towards solutions that benefit the entire nation.<\/p>\n<p>These findings highlight the urgent need for Americans, regardless of\u2064 their political affiliations, to come together and bridge\u200b this deep divide. It is\u2064 crucial \u200dto recognize the value of democratic principles and the importance of peaceful political processes. Only through respectful dialogue, understanding, and a\u200c commitment to finding common \u2064ground can the nation move forward and address the challenges it\u2064 faces.<\/p>\n<p>It is essential \u200dfor leaders from both sides of the political spectrum to denounce political violence\u200d and promote a culture\u2062 of unity and civility. They must emphasize the shared\u200b values that underpin the American way of life and actively work towards reducing the animosity that exists between their supporters.<\/p>\n<p>Furthermore, educational institutions, media organizations, and community leaders have a responsibility to\u200d foster open-mindedness and critical\u2062 thinking among citizens. By promoting \u2063respectful and informed political discourse, they\u2063 can contribute to the development of a more united and cohesive society.<\/p>\n<p>In conclusion, the \u200crecent poll conducted by the University of Virginia\u200d Center for \u200cPolitics reveals unsettling attitudes towards \u200cdemocracy and political violence in America. The deep divisions between supporters of President Joe Biden and former President \u200dDonald Trump underscore the urgent need for healing and unity in the nation. It is crucial for Americans to reaffirm their commitment to democratic principles, \u2063reject political violence, and engage in respectful dialogue to bridge the \u2062divide and work towards a stronger and more inclusive future.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>A recent poll by the University of Virginia Center for Politics revealed that a significant number of Americans are receptive to an alternative to democracy, and some even consider political violence as a viable means to achieve their objectives. 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