Letter to the Editor

In a powerful letter to the editor, Linda Jimenez reflects on the rise of political violence, calling for Democrats to stand firm in truth, peaceful protest, and the values of democracy. Drawing on history and the example of Cesar Chavez, she reminds us that violence has no place in a civilized society.

After a recent letter blamed Democrats for political violence, the facts tell a different story. DOJ data shows far-right extremists have committed the majority of ideologically motivated killings since 1990. Violence has no place in America — it’s time to stop the blame and start working toward solutions.