Polarization and Easy Access to Personal Information: Politically Motivated Violence Is Rising

Polarization and Easy Access to Personal Information: Politically Motivated Violence Is Rising

Michael speaks with retired Secret Service agent and ABC News contributor Don Mihalek about the alarming rise in politically motivated violence following the targeted killings of Minnesota lawmakers. Mihalek explains how grievances, political polarization, and easy access to personal information—fueled by the internet and dark web—are creating unprecedented threats to public officials. He warns that local leaders, once considered safe from such dangers, are increasingly vulnerable "soft targets." The conversation explores the shifting threat landscape, the burden on law enforcement, and the troubling implications for civic participation and democracy. Original Air Date June 16, 2025. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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Michael offers a commentary ahead of Facebook Whistleblower Frances Haugen testifying in the Senate. Original air date 5 October 2021. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz...

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Steven Levy, author of "Facebook: The Inside Story" on Whistleblower Frances Haugen

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