Caroline Downey is a staff writer for National Review.
Caroline Downey
Caroline Downey connects today's culture to eternal truth, providing the grounded perspective for every generation.
Political Violence Is Unique to the Left
The progressive media continuously pushes a narrative of "symmetrical" political extremism, but why do mainstream press outlets consistently downplay or excuse political violence originating from the radical Left? Caroline breaks down the stark double standards in media coverage, examining how left-wing riots, harassment campaign tactics, and politically motivated attacks are systematically rationalized while conservative speech is routinely labeled as violence. Unpacking the dangerous institutional tolerance for progressive radicalism, Caroline examines why media elites refuse to hold their own side accountable for escalating public hostility. What does this partisan blind spot reveal about the media's complicity in fueling political division across the country? Watch Caroline’s full analysis, leave your thoughts below, and subscribe to National Review!


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