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Majority of No Kings Day Protesters Reject Political Violence

11/26/2025

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During the second administration of U.S. President Donald Trump, a survey found 59% of protesters at No Kings Day 2.0 rejected political violence.
Nationally, support for political violence stayed at 20%, while left-leaning individuals rose to 26% and right-leaning fell to 17%.
The results suggest peaceful protesters may express dissatisfaction without endorsing violence.
Despite higher left-leaning violence support, overall levels remain below prior violent periods, prompting concerns about democracy.

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Story summary

During the second administration of U.S. President Donald Trump, a survey found 59% of protesters at No Kings Day 2.0 rejected political violence.
Nationally, support for political violence stayed at 20%, while left-leaning individuals rose to 26% and right-leaning fell to 17%.
The results suggest peaceful protesters may express dissatisfaction without endorsing violence.
Despite higher left-leaning violence support, overall levels remain below prior violent periods, prompting concerns about democracy.