Poll Reveals One in Four Americans Fear Potential Civil War After Election
A recent YouGov poll reveals that 27% of Americans think a civil war may be imminent following the upcoming US presidential election. Read Full Article at RT.com
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A recent YouGov poll reveals that about 27% of Americans think a civil war could likely erupt following the upcoming US presidential election, with supporters of both Kamala Harris and Donald Trump sharing concerns over political violence.
The survey indicates that a notable number of Americans are apprehensive about the electoral process leading to unrest, as 6% believe a second civil war is “very likely,” while 21% view it as “somewhat likely.” This sentiment is echoed among both Trump and Harris backers, based on data collected from October 18-21 for The Times and the SAY24 project.
In terms of personal connections to potential violence, 12% of the 1,266 respondents know someone who might take up arms if they felt Trump was cheated, in contrast to 5% who reported knowing someone who would act similarly for Harris. The poll also investigated gun ownership in relation to the perceived likelihood of a civil war but found no significant associations.
The findings underscore the significant divides in American society, with a striking 84% of voters indicating that the nation is more divided today than it was a decade ago.
After President Joe Biden withdrew from the race and endorsed Harris for the Democratic nomination, there was an initial boost in support for Democrats, indicated by rising polling figures. However, recent data suggests Trump is ahead in several key swing states, often within the margin of error.
The context of these concerns harkens back to the events of January 6, 2021, when a mob of Trump supporters stormed the US Capitol in a bid to disrupt the certification of what they believed was Biden’s fraudulent election win. This demonstration quickly escalated into a riot, described by Biden and other Democrats as an “insurrection.”
Following the riot, authorities arrested and charged 1,457 individuals, most of whom faced misdemeanor trespassing charges, although some confronted more significant legal issues.
As for the Republican presidential nominee, Trump, he continues to face federal charges related to allegedly inciting the riot by urging his supporters to “fight like hell” against the certification of Biden’s victory. His legal team argues that Trump was exercising his right to free speech, while also encouraging supporters to act “peacefully and patriotically.”
Anna Muller for TROIB News
The survey indicates that a notable number of Americans are apprehensive about the electoral process leading to unrest, as 6% believe a second civil war is “very likely,” while 21% view it as “somewhat likely.” This sentiment is echoed among both Trump and Harris backers, based on data collected from October 18-21 for The Times and the SAY24 project.
In terms of personal connections to potential violence, 12% of the 1,266 respondents know someone who might take up arms if they felt Trump was cheated, in contrast to 5% who reported knowing someone who would act similarly for Harris. The poll also investigated gun ownership in relation to the perceived likelihood of a civil war but found no significant associations.
The findings underscore the significant divides in American society, with a striking 84% of voters indicating that the nation is more divided today than it was a decade ago.
After President Joe Biden withdrew from the race and endorsed Harris for the Democratic nomination, there was an initial boost in support for Democrats, indicated by rising polling figures. However, recent data suggests Trump is ahead in several key swing states, often within the margin of error.
The context of these concerns harkens back to the events of January 6, 2021, when a mob of Trump supporters stormed the US Capitol in a bid to disrupt the certification of what they believed was Biden’s fraudulent election win. This demonstration quickly escalated into a riot, described by Biden and other Democrats as an “insurrection.”
Following the riot, authorities arrested and charged 1,457 individuals, most of whom faced misdemeanor trespassing charges, although some confronted more significant legal issues.
As for the Republican presidential nominee, Trump, he continues to face federal charges related to allegedly inciting the riot by urging his supporters to “fight like hell” against the certification of Biden’s victory. His legal team argues that Trump was exercising his right to free speech, while also encouraging supporters to act “peacefully and patriotically.”
Anna Muller for TROIB News
