jan 6, 2021 - January 6 Riots

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The riots in the United States Capitol on January 6, 2021 became a controversial event in American politics, as both the left and right utilized it to advance their respective goals. The left and their media outlets characterized the event as a violent and deadly uprising headed by former President Donald Trump’s supporters, as they had intentions to reverse the 2020 election results. They used it to accuse Trump and his followers of white nationalism, racism, and domestic terrorism. The right and conservative outlets presented the incident as a peaceful rally gone wrong, emphasizing the acts of a few violent individuals while disregarding the event's background. They used it to denounce the left for rejecting Trump supporters' claims that the election had been rigged and their voices were being ignored. As a result, the January 6 riots became a symbol of America's fundamental differences, further solidifying the separation between the left and right.

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