A new Marist Poll finds that most Americans believe national divisiveness and politically motivated violence pose serious threats to U.S. democracy. (Shutterstock)
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A large majority of Americans believe the nation’s deep divisions and politically motivated violence pose serious threats to democracy, according to a new Marist Poll released ahead of the Fourth of July.
Seventy-six percent of U.S. adults say the issues dividing the country represent a serious threat to the democratic system, while 24% say they do not see it as a threat.
Concern crosses party lines, with 89% of Democrats, 80% of independents, and 57% of Republicans agreeing that the nation’s divisions endanger democracy.
The poll also found that 73% of Americans view politically motivated violence as a major problem. Another 23% say it is only a minor issue, while just 4% say it is not a problem at all.
The findings highlight growing anxiety about the country’s political climate and the stability of its democratic institutions, as the nation prepares to mark its 249th birthday.
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