The Times podcast: How to end political violence

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WASHINGTON, DC - JANUARY 06: Members of Congress and staff participate in a prayer vigil on the East Front of the U.S. Capitol on January 06, 2022 in Washington, DC. One year ago, supporters of President Donald Trump attacked the U.S. Capitol Building in an attempt to disrupt a congressional vote to confirm the electoral college win for Joe Biden. (Photo by Drew Angerer/Getty Images)
Members of Congress and staff participate in a prayer vigil on the East Front of the U.S. Capitol on Jan. 6, 2022, in Washington to mark one year after supporters of President Trump attacked the Capitol in an attempt to disrupt a congressional vote to confirm Joe Biden's victory. (Drew Angerer / Getty Images)

Political violence has been a part of this country since its founding. But right now, many people feel it's a disturbing trend on a sharp and dangerous upswing. Such acts of political violence started ramping up long before the midterm elections. And the people who study it are worried.

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Host: Gustavo Arellano

Guests: L.A. Times national politics reporter Melanie Mason

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This story originally appeared in Los Angeles Times.