The Real Enemy Within: Trump’s Divisive Rhetoric and Its Dangerous Consequences

The real danger of Trump’s rhetoric lies not only in the inflammatory language itself but in the tangible consequences it has on American democracy, social cohesion, and public safety.

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The Real Enemy Within: Trump’s Divisive Rhetoric and Its Dangerous Consequences

The American political landscape has shifted dramatically over the last decade, with Donald Trump at the epicenter of much of that change.

From his candidacy announcement in 2015 to his post-presidency years, Trump’s rhetoric has been consistently divisive. While it has galvanized a loyal base of supporters, it has also exacerbated deep fissures within the country.

The real danger of Trump’s rhetoric lies not only in the inflammatory language itself but in the tangible consequences it has on American democracy, social cohesion, and public safety.

Sowing Division for Political Gain

From the outset, Trump has employed the strategy of “us versus them,” dividing Americans along lines of race, class, and ideology.