Legislators
The recent assassination of a Minnesota state lawmaker and the attempted murder of another highlight a disturbing trend of increasing political violence in the United States. A review of available data and expert research reveals a pronounced shift in how often government officials, elected and appointed, local, state, and federal,
Democracy
As Ghana navigates recent developments marked by rising political tensions, pockets of violence, and inflammatory rhetoric, the country's democratic reputation is at stake. The nation's peaceful transitions, constitutional governance, and political tolerance since 1992 are being eroded by electoral disagreements, partisan clashes, and growing polarization on
Political violence
Political violence is on the rise in the United States, with experts documenting 21 acts of violence against politicians, their families, or their staffs since 2020, according to the Armed Conflict Location & Event Data project. The majority of these incidents have occurred since 2022, coinciding with the increase in
Legislators
The recent spate of politically motivated violence in the US has left many Americans reeling, as lawmakers, activists, and ordinary citizens are increasingly being targeted. The intensity of the violence has prompted experts to warn of a "new normal" where political violence is becoming increasingly normalized. Robert Pape,
Legislators
Following the recent assassination of a Minnesota state lawmaker and her husband, and the near-fatal shootings of another state lawmaker and his wife, the Wisconsin Legislature has taken steps to increase security at the Capitol and for its public officials. Assembly Speaker Robin Vos and Senate Majority Leader Devin LeMahieu
Legislators
Americans of all political stripes are increasingly embracing violence as a legitimate means of expressing dissent, as evidenced by the recent tragic shootings of two Minnesota Democratic state legislators and their spouses. This disturbing trend is not a new phenomenon but rather the culmination of various factors, including polarized politics,
Legislators
The attempted assassination of two Democratic state lawmakers in Minnesota sparked a frenzied response from the right-wing misinformation machine, rapidly distorting the facts to blame the victims. Alleged gunman Vance Boelter, a staunch Trump supporter, left a list of Democratic targets, including Rep. Melissa Hortman and Sen. John Hoffman, before
Legislators
As the nation grappled with the shocking murder of two Minnesota state legislators and their spouses, President Trump's response was a denouncement of the tragedy. However, the truth is that the landscape for such violence has been escalating due to a complex mix of factors, including deeply polarized
Political parties
Irish citizens are known for their passion for debate and discussion, often expressed in a lively and constructive manner. However, in the lead-up to the general election, concerns are growing about the security of candidates and canvassers due to the increasingly febrile atmosphere surrounding immigration. This week, it was revealed
Political protest
As protesters around the world continue to cry out for justice in Gaza and Ukraine, a vast silence has fallen over some of the world's most egregious abusers. From Venezuela to Iran, these injustices cry out for attention and action. This column aims to shed light on these
Democracy
Our family's peaceful existence was shattered on January 3, 2023, when our home was struck by 12 bullets, leaving my 11-year-old daughter's bedroom grazed by three bullets. The subsequent police investigation revealed that the attack was orchestrated by Solomon Peña, a former Republican candidate for the
Ex-presidents
The Association of Asian Pacific Community Health Organizations (AAPCHO) has issued a statement condemning all forms of political violence in response to the shooting at a former President Trump's event in Butler, Pennsylvania. The organization, a national association of health centers serving Asian Americans, Native Hawaiians, and other
