About this episode
After a week of hate-fueled attacks, we examine the "dotted line" from incitement to violence. We dig deep into tribalism and how it widens the gulf between Republicans and Democrats. Plus, the history of antisemitic propaganda and how it inspires modern-day violence. Also, why is the GOP running against California in midterm races around the country? 1. A look at the possible connections between hateful rhetoric and violent acts, with law professor Garrett Epps [ @Profepps ] , historian Michael Beschloss , and writer Amanda Robb. Listen. 2. Leo Ferguson [ @LeoFergusonnyc ] of Jews for Racial & Economic Justice on the history of antisemitic propaganda. Listen. 3. Lilliana Mason [ @LilyMasonPhD ], author of Uncivil Agreement: How Politics Became Our Identity, on tribalism and partisanship. Listen. 4. Why is California the bogeyman in the midterms? Lawrence Wright [ @lawrence_wright ] on the California/Texas relationship, KQED's Marisa Lagos [ @mlagos ] with the view from California, and Seth Masket [ @smotus ] of the University of Denver on the Californication of Colorado. Listen. On the Media is supported by listeners like you. Support OTM by donating today ( https://pledge.wnyc.org/support/otm ). Follow our show on Instagram , Twitter and Facebook @onthemedia, and share your thoughts with us by emailing onthemedia@wnyc.org.