Democrats Divided Over Trump Assassination Attempt
By Dan McCaleb (The Center Square)
A recent poll revealed a startling divide among Democrats regarding the attempted assassination of former President Donald Trump. More than a quarter of Democrats surveyed expressed the belief that America would be better off if Trump had been killed in the recent incident.
The poll, conducted after authorities thwarted an armed man’s attempt to harm Trump at his West Palm Beach golf club, showed that 17% of Americans overall believed the country would benefit from Trump’s death, with 69% disagreeing and 14% unsure. Notably, 28% of Democrats surveyed supported the notion that America would be better off if Trump had been killed.
The incident involved a 58-year-old man, Ryan Wesley Routh, who was apprehended by authorities after aiming an assault-style rifle towards the golf course where Trump was playing. This event marked the second assassination attempt on Trump in recent months, further highlighting the intense political divide in the country.
Despite the security threats against Trump, the poll also indicated that a majority of Democrats (51%) do not believe his security detail should be increased, contrasting with the opinion of 62% of all voters who support heightened security measures for the former president.
Commenting on the poll results, Scott Rasmussen of the Napolitan News Institute emphasized the gravity of expressing a desire for a political opponent’s death, labeling it as a severe threat to democracy.
While political tensions continue to run high in the aftermath of the assassination attempts, the need for unity and respect for differing opinions remains crucial for the stability and well-being of the nation.
Syndicated with permission from The Center Square.
