About This Research
Our mission, methodology, and commitment to truth and transparency in documenting political rhetoric and violence in America.
Our Mission
Rhetoric Report exists to document, analyze, and present evidence-based research on the relationship between inflammatory political rhetoric and political violence in America from 2008 to 2025.
Our mission is simple: present the facts, cite the sources, and let Americans draw their own conclusions. We believe that transparency and accountability are essential to preserving our democratic republic.
Truth & Transparency
Every claim documented with primary sources
Democratic Principles
Free speech, open discourse, accountability
Non-Partisan
Evidence-based analysis without political bias
American Heritage
Respect for constitutional values and institutions
Research Methodology
This research follows rigorous academic and journalistic standards to ensure accuracy, fairness, and comprehensive documentation.
Source Verification
- • Primary source documentation required
- • Minimum two independent sources per claim
- • Direct quotes from video, audio, or text
- • Multiple media outlet verification
- • Archive.org backups where available
Documentation Standards
- • Complete quote context provided
- • Date, time, and location verified
- • Political context explained
- • Accountability tracking documented
- • Cross-referencing between events
Analysis Approach
- • Chronological documentation
- • Pattern recognition analysis
- • Statistical correlation studies
- • Comparative case analysis
- • Trend identification
Fact-Checking Process
- • Triple-source verification
- • Video/audio confirmation when available
- • Government records cross-check
- • Academic research validation
- • Continuous updates and corrections
What This Research Documents
Inflammatory rhetoric from mainstream Democratic leadership — Presidents, Vice Presidents, Governors, Representatives
How that rhetoric preceded major violent events — 2020 riots, political assassinations
The contrast in responses to political tragedy — Riots vs. prayer vigils
Limited accountability for inflammatory statements — Only 5% retracted, 85% never addressed
What This Research Does NOT Claim
That the political right never uses inflammatory rhetoric
That right-wing extremism doesn't exist or isn't dangerous
That all political violence comes from one side
The Critical Difference: This research documents mainstream leadership rhetoric and its relationship to violence. Historical data shows right-wing extremist violence has been significant, but the trend lines are shifting, with left-wing violence increasing dramatically in recent years.
Sources & Verification
Contact & Updates
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Stay Updated
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Core Principle: Let the documented facts speak for themselves through excellent design and user experience.