EPISODE · Feb 19, 2026 · 1H
Is Trump Distinctively Responsible for the Rise of Political Violence?
from The Ayn Rand Institute Podcast · host Ayn Rand Institute
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=89gUQLWQGG0 Podcast audio: In this episode of the Ayn Rand Institute Podcast, Onkar Ghate and Elan Journo discuss the role of Trump in today’s rise in political violence. Topics include: How Trump’s campaign demonized fellow Americans Connection between tribalism and violence Trump’s whitewashing of violence Trump’s targeted political attacks Trump’s comfort with political force and strongmen How “crisis narratives” legitimize the use of force This episode was recorded on February 13, 2026. Listen and subscribe wherever you get your podcasts. Watch archived podcasts here. Image credits: Zach D Roberts / NurPhoto via Getty Images; Brent Stirton / News / via Getty Images; Kevin Dietsch / Staff / via Getty Images
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