The U.S. is crossing a threshold of political violence. Sayoc’s extensive social media presence, and indeed his personal vehicle, is a collage of right-wing imagery and conspiracy theories. Bowers’ social media espouses white supremacist and neo-Nazi ideology, including frustration with President Trump for failing to deal with a “(Jewish) infestation.”Article Continued BelowResearch on terrorism and political violence offers some explanation and context. President Trump, on his Twitter account, has claimed protests of his policies, and even immigration in general, are orchestrated by a wealthy Jewish billionaire, George Soros. From political leaders, firm expressions of commitment to the security and safety of minorities matter, and they must be backed up by effective investigations and prosecutions of those responsible for acts of political violence.

Source: thestar October 29, 2018 17:03 UTC