Study Warns of Rising 'Assassination Culture' Normalizing Political Violence on the Left

New NCRI research highlights the role of social media in amplifying extremist sentiments, with significant portions of left-leaning respondents justifying political violence, including assassination.

• The NCRI study identifies an emerging 'assassination culture,' where political violence, including murder, is increasingly normalized, particularly among left-leaning groups.
• Survey data reveals 55% of left-leaning respondents justify the assassination of Donald Trump, with 48% expressing similar views about Elon Musk.
• The cultural shift is traced to the viral memeification of Luigi Mangione after his December 2024 assassination of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, turning him into a folk hero.
• Social media platforms like BlueSky are highlighted as critical amplifiers of extremist ideologies, with posts promoting violence gaining significant traction.
• The report warns that without explicit condemnation from political leaders, these trends may escalate, posing serious risks to democratic values and public safety.

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