Prior research suggests that people on the left tend to be less inclined toward aggression, thanks to traits like empathy. The arrest of Luigi Mangione, following the assassination of the UnitedHealthcare CEO, led to an increase in support for partisan violence among Democrats against Republicans.
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The “folk hero” narrative surrounding Luigi Mangione increased Democrats’ support for violence against Republicans, study finds
The viral "folk hero" narrative surrounding the arrest of Luigi Mangione didn't just target corporate America. New research shows the event increased Democrats' willingness to endorse hypothetical acts of violence against Republican opponents.
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