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Boston Globe - Millions of Americans believe political violence is justified. Here’s how to prevent it; In Op-ed, Prof. Robert Pape discusses how to prevent further political violence in the US

November 6, 2022

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NYT - As Right-Wing Rhetoric Escalates, So Do Threats and Violence; Prof. Robert Pape discusses potential for political violence in the US

November 6, 2022

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Politico - Blake Masters Could Become the First 'Based' Senator; Article quotes research from Prof. Robert Pape on Jan 6 rioters

November 6, 2022

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NYT - Pushing an Immigration Conspiracy Theory, While Courting Latinos; Article quotes Prof. Robert Pape on right-wing conspiracy theories

November 6, 2022

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CNBC - Millions of Americans 'harbor violent sentiments,' survey shows; Video: Prof. Robert Pape discusses his research finding 5% of Americans say political violence is justified to 'restore Trump to the Presidency'

November 6, 2022

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AP - In Xi's China, even internal reports fall prey to censorship; Prof. Dali Yang says “powerful leaders become hostages,” claiming they live "in cocoons: protected, but also shielded from information that they should be open to"

November 6, 2022

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WashPost – The truth about election fraud: It’s rare: Column cites analysis by Prof. Andrew Eggers

November 6, 2022

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LA Times - Paul Pelosi is a victim of poisoned politics. Those inciting violence must be held to account. Prof. Bob Pape comments on political violence in the American mainstream.

October 30, 2022

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The Hill - Populist autocracy is built upon fears of a new demographic order; Article cites research from Prof. Robert Pape finding common thread amongst those arrest during Jan 6th

October 31, 2022

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NYT - The Left-Right Divide Might Help Democrats Avoid a Total Wipeout; Op-ed quotes Asst. Prof. James L. Wilson on potential factors in outcomes this midterm election

October 26, 2022