Democracy on the brink? Nearly 3 in 4 Americans say yes
By: Salon. com
no wonder trump/maga want to eliminate NPR ...
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A new NPR/PBS NewsHour/Marist poll reveals that nearly 73% of Americans believe democracy in the United States is at risk, citing political violence and deep partisan divisions as the main threats.
The concern spans party lines, with 89% of Democrats, 57% of Republicans, and 80% of independents expressing worries about the stability of American democracy. The survey highlights a rare consensus amid a politically polarized nation.
Confidence in political leaders remains low. Only 43% of respondents approve of President Donald Trump's administration, and approval ratings for Congress are even lower—27% among Democrats and 35% among Republicans. The survey also shows stark differences on immigration policy, with Republicans more likely to support deporting undocumented immigrants, even those working in critical industries.
The poll indicates particular anxiety among white college-educated women and Baby Boomers, groups that express the highest concern over political violence. This unease is likely fueled by recent events marked by protests, threats, and escalating political tensions.
Notably, 83% of Americans agree that presidents should obey court orders, reflecting ongoing debates about executive power during the Trump administration.
Experts say the poll underscores widespread anxiety about the health of American democracy as the country approaches a crucial election year. Whether this consensus will inspire greater civic engagement or deepen existing divides remains to be seen.
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meh, I'm not worried. for over 250 years we've eradicated aristocrats, xtian nationalists, oligarchs, white supremacists, and neo-fascists in defense of the US constitution and our freedom. we were always the underdog back in then too ...
We stopped being the underdog after WWI
We've eradicated the aristocrats but we're still dealing with the rest and I don't see them disappearing anytime soon
we were late to the party prior to WWII, due to foot dragging by the nazi's political cousins here in the US ...
Limbergh was one of those. He didn't want Roosevelt to get us into WWII because he was a Nazi sympathizer
so was prescott bush, G's daddy and W's grandpa ...
yep. they made money with the nazis
they laundered stolen assets, just like they do today ...
if this kind of thinking persists, i'll need to change my moniker
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