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Friday, Nov 21, 2025

Concerns Over U.S. Democracy's Future Amid Election Anxiety

American Voters Fear Political Unrest and Threats to Democratic Stability
The integrity of American democracy is under scrutiny as voters express significant concern regarding the upcoming presidential election.

A poll by The Associated Press-NORC Center for Public Affairs Research reveals that 40% of registered voters are 'extremely' or 'very' worried about potential violent efforts to challenge election results.

The anxiety is fueled in part by Republican candidate Donald Trump's claims of election fraud and assertions that any loss would be due to rigging.

A vast majority of nearly 90% believe election losers should concede post-vote counting and legal resolutions, yet only a third anticipate Trump will concede.

Party lines distinctly divide opinions: two-thirds of Republicans believe Trump would concede, compared to only 10% of Democrats.

Conversely, about 80% of voters are confident Vice President Kamala Harris would concede if she lost, including a Republican majority.

Opinions on democracy's future diverge, with half seeing Trump's potential to 'weaken democracy' while 40% voice similar concerns about Harris.

These differences are amplified by the January 6th Capitol attack, with Democrats and independents allocating significant blame to Trump.

Core ideological clashes persist over aspects like the Electoral College versus popular vote.

As the nation faces these election-driven uncertainties, the outcomes will have lasting impacts on both domestic and global democratic dynamics.
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