‘Not American’: Rural and urban voters in crucial battleground state alarmed by violent political rhetoric
Rural and urban voters in a crucial battleground state are expressing alarm over violent political rhetoric. In Central Pennsylvania, voters have shared their concerns about the impact of charged political language. Marsha Peterson, co-owner of Peterson’s Grocery Outlet, noted that the left has spent years portraying former President Trump as a danger, leading to incendiary comments on social media. She emphasized that this rhetoric can have serious consequences, including inciting malign behavior.
Sam Mylin, a retired artist, also expressed his concerns about the affordability crisis and the divisive nature of political discourse. He stated that the constant portrayal of Trump as a threat is “not American” and that politicians should focus on truth and issues rather than inflammatory rhetoric.
Tim Gochenaur and Michelle Williams from rural Christiana echoed similar sentiments, attributing the targeting of Trump to incendiary political rhetoric. They believe that such language can push individuals towards violent actions.
Minister Fifty, a resident of Harrisburg, emphasized the importance of decency in political discourse. He noted that unsavory communication can deflect attention from real issues and undermine the true goals of the election.
