The Left Continues to Prove Their Violent Tendencies

 

Screenshot Mika Brzezinski and Joe Scarborough (Erie News Now)

In recent years, the political left's rhetoric has become increasingly concerning and dangerous. While historically known for advocating for social justice, DEI and equality, the left's messaging has taken a more radical turn that is fueling division and animosity within society. From calling for the defunding of the police to labeling anyone who disagrees with them as racist, sexist, far right, extremists, etc, The left's tactics have become more extreme and harmful to political discourse.

One of the main issues with the left's rhetoric is its tendency to demonize anyone who does not align with their beliefs. This us-versus-them mentality only serves to further polarize society and create a toxic environment where meaningful dialogue is nearly impossible. By painting their opponents as evil or morally corrupt, the left shuts down any chance for productive conversations and instead breeds hostility and resentment. Most of this is accomplished via the propagandist mainstream media.

Furthermore, the left's use of language has become increasingly inflammatory and divisive. Terms such as "white privilege,” "microaggressions," “deplorables” and “extremists” are thrown around without consideration for how they may alienate and offend others. This kind of rhetoric only serves to deepen existing divides and push people further apart rather than bringing them together.

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Another concerning aspect of the left's rhetoric is its call for censorship and silencing of dissenting voices. Rather than engaging in open and honest debate, the left often resorts to shutting down opposing viewpoints through cancel culture and de-platforming on social media sites and other platforms. This not only stifles free speech but also creates an environment of fear and self-censorship where individuals are afraid to express their opinions for fear of backlash such as doxing, loss of jobs and being ostracized by their family, friends and community.

Moreover, the left's insistence on identity politics has led to a dangerous form of tribalism or cult where individuals are judged based on their race, gender, or other immutable characteristics rather than their character or beliefs. This kind of thinking only serves to further divide society along arbitrary lines and perpetuate discrimination and inequality.

The left's rhetoric has also become increasingly intolerant of differing opinions, leading to a culture of censorship and ideological conformity. Instead of fostering open-mindedness and intellectual diversity, the left's dogmatic approach to politics stifles dissent and reinforces groupthink. This kind of echo chamber mentality only serves to limit critical thinking and hinder progress.

Additionally, the left's embrace of radical ideologies such as socialism and communism has fueled a dangerous and misguided zealotry that is antithetical to democracy and freedom. By advocating for extreme and unfeasible policies, the left risks undermining the very values it claims to champion, such as individual liberty and personal responsibility.

The left's rhetoric has also become weaponized in the form of cancel culture and public shaming, where individuals are targeted and vilified for expressing unpopular opinions that do not fit their ideology and agenda. This kind of mob mentality only serves to intimidate and silence American voices, creating a chilling effect on free speech and open debate.

Furthermore, the left's embrace of violence and extremism perpetuated from a dishonest media and radical politicians, in pursuit of their political goals, is deeply concerning. From Antifa's use of physical force to the rhetoric of politicians and media figures inciting hatred and division, the left's tactics have become increasingly dangerous and radicalized.

For the sake of keeping the United States united, Democrats, the media and the left must stop this continued bombardment of violent rhetoric and openly encouraging harm to others.