Trump, Harris and two assassination attempts. Our election language crisis is spinning out of control
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Words hold tremendous weight—and nowhere more so than in politics. They shape opinions, inspire action, and, when wielded carelessly, can incite chaos. As we move through this election season, it’s evident that our political language has become increasingly heated and reckless. It’s time to pause and think about the stakes involved.
Consider the charged terminology surrounding former President Trump—labels such as “a threat to democracy” and “an existential danger.” Such phrases do more than serve as political critiques; they transform opponents into adversaries, creating an environment ripe for conflict and hostility. Following the latest assassination attempt on Trump, numerous media outlets hastily attributed responsibility to his own rhetoric, highlighting his tendency to simplify complex issues into neat narratives.
And we are seeing it happen in real time. Not even 72 hours away from the
