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America’s New Age of Political Violence — with Barbara F. Walter | Prof G Conversations

Scott speaks with Barbara F. Walter, professor at UC San Diego and author of How Civil Wars Start, about what the Charlie Kirk assassination reveals about America’s political future. They discuss how leaders exploit crises, why the U.S. is at higher risk of civil unrest, and how social media and young men fit into the rise of political violence. Barbara also shares what can be done to strengthen democracy and reduce the risk of conflict. Follow Barbara F. Walter’s Substack, Here Be Dragons: Warning Signs from the Edges of Democracy. https://barbarafwalter.substack.com/ Timestamps 00:00 - In This Episode 02:09 - What stands out most to you after the Kirk assassination? 04:38 - Are there links between online behavior and political violence? 07:45 - What warning signs of conflict are visible in the U.S. right now? 12:56 - Ad Break 17:05 - Is America showing the racial divides that heighten civil conflict risk? 20:02 - Has the table been set for deeper unrest in America? 22:53 - Ad Break 26:50 - Why has student approval of violence against speakers grown? 32:29 - What’s driving political violence in America today? 34:53 - What solutions could curb political violence in the U.S.? Please support this channel by subscribing here: https://links.profgmedia.com/youtube-... Want more Prof G? Check out everything we're up to at https://links.profgmedia.com/home #scottgalloway #barbarawalter #podcast #podcastshow #profg #university #professor #newyork #nyu #charliekirk #utah