In recent years, America has experienced a noticeable increase in political hostility. It’s not just the shouting matches on cable news or social media pile-ons — it’s protests turning violent, public officials being harassed, and a growing reality that some voices on the political left are tolerating, or even encouraging, these tactics. For many conservatives, the question is no longer just about policy differences. It’s whether the Democratic Party, or at least elements within it, are flirting with something more dangerous: political violence.
So, let’s ask the question plainly — is the Democratic Party becoming a terrorist organization?
The short answer is not yet — but the long answer is more complicated, and troubling.
What Is “Terrorism,” Anyway?
To make such a serious charge, we need to define our terms. The FBI defines domestic terrorism as acts “dangerous to human life” intended to intimidate or coerce a civilian population or influence government policy. Is that not what the Democratic party is tolerating from its members?
The Democratic Party is not coordinating bombings, assassinations, or suicide attacks. But what about legitimizing mob behavior? What about rhetorical calls to “fight in the streets,” “burn it down,” or “take the battle to them”? What about policies that seem to favor letting chaos reign in the name of progress? What about encouraging its own members to get shot in the name of democracy?” This is not just Trump Derangement Syndrome (TDS), this is radical madness leading toward terrorism.
These are questions worth asking — not to score points, but to preserve the civil peace that a constitutional republic requires.
High-Profile Examples: Rhetoric and Real-World Fallout
Think back to 2020. Cities across the country — including Portland, Seattle, Minneapolis, and parts of New York — burned during BLM and Antifa riots. Billions in property damage, dozens of lives lost, and thousands of police officers injured.
Let’s now forget the more recent riots in Los Angeles, and the criticism the federal government took when things were so bad they had to call in the national guard to protect Americans doing their jobs? There wasn’t a republican in the lot: all democrats.
Were these peaceful protests that “got out of hand,” or was there something more systemic happening?
Some Democrats applauded the unrest or downplayed the violence. Kamala Harris promoted a bail fund for arrested rioters in Minnesota. Congresswoman Ayanna Pressley said, “There needs to be unrest in the streets.” These are not fringe voices. They are mainstream Democratic leaders.
Recently, a House of Representatives member, Pramila Jayapal, an elected official representing this country, called ICE a “terrorist force” and said she was “inspired when she sees groups obstruct ICE”. In other words, she is inspired when people break the law and obstruct the people and process enforcing our nation’s laws.
When elected officials cheer or excuse political violence, they’re playing with fire — and potentially undermining the rule of law they’re sworn to uphold.
The Shift from Debate to Intimidation
Democracy relies on persuasion — not intimidation. But we’ve seen examples of leftist activists showing up at Supreme Court justices’ homes, harassing Republicans at restaurants, and vandalizing pregnancy centers and churches.
While not all Democrats support these actions, there’s often a conspicuous silence from party leadership when these events occur. Worse, there’s sometimes an implied justification: “Well, people are angry — and rightfully so.”
There are very few democrats willing to come out and condemn these acts of violence. Let’s consider the most recent: 10 radical democrats who ambushed an ICE detention facility in Alvarado, Texas with the intent of mass murdering innocent government workers just doing their jobs. It has been a few days now, and not a single democrat that I am aware of has come out and condemned the action. That includes the likes of Chuck Shumer and Hakeem Jeffries.
That kind of attitude opens the door to something dangerous. If violence becomes acceptable when your side is “morally right,” then we’re no longer living in a country that respects laws over feelings.
The Media’s Role in Escalating the Divide
Let’s not pretend that the media is an innocent bystander. Many in the corporate press act like an extension of the Democratic Party, providing cover for left-wing violence while amplifying right-wing missteps.
The result is a double standard that fuels resentment: When a conservative protests, it’s an “insurrection.” When a liberal throws a Molotov cocktail, it’s “mostly peaceful.”
This imbalance only heightens the perception that Democrats — or their media enablers — see violence as a legitimate tool when it serves their cause. Wait, what is that tool used by terrorist groups? Oh, yeah, it’s called “violence”. Is that a coincidence?
So, Is the Democratic Party a Terrorist Group?
Personally, I say it is headed in that direction. It will only take one of these “mostly peaceful” events to get way out of hand, or for some group of radicals to follow the words of the likes of Jayapal, AOC, or Jeffries and take it too far, much like the ambushers in Alvarado. Shouldn’t we all be deeply concerned?
Labeling an entire political party as a terrorist organization is extreme, but if it starts to look like a duck sound like a duck, and swim like a duck, it is probably a duck. Ignoring or excusing violent behavior — especially when it comes from your own side — is dangerous, too.
If Democrats want to avoid being seen as complicit in violence, they need to do more than offer vague calls for “unity” or blame “right-wing extremists.” They need to denounce all political violence, clearly and consistently, no matter the source. This is something they currently refuse to do. Why? Because they don’t want it to stop! It won’t be long until we hear about the democrats taking over an apartment building in Aurora, Colorado!
What Needs to Change?
- Leaders Must Lead – Democratic leaders must forcefully reject street violence, harassment, and intimidation — whether it’s aimed at Republicans, police officers, or regular citizens.
- Equal Justice – Justice must be blind. Prosecutions should not be based on political beliefs, but on actions. The rule of law must apply equally to the left and the right.
- De-escalate the Rhetoric – “Burn it down,” “no justice, no peace,” and “take to the streets” are phrases better left in activist flyers than political speeches. Our leaders should inspire debate, not destruction.
- Hold the Media Accountable – The media should call out violence wherever it comes from, without political spin or narrative management.
Conclusion:
America’s soul is at stake — and we need to be honest about how we got here. While it would be wrong to brand the Democratic Party as a terrorist group at this point, it’s fair — and necessary — to hold its members accountable for the tone and tactics they enable and is pushing them further in that direction.
Silence is not neutral. If Democrats truly care about democracy, it’s time they start acting like it — not just in how they vote, but in how they lead their own base.
About the Author
Mister San-Marcos is a resident of the great state of Texas and considers himself a strategic thinker on all topics. Politically, you’ll find him to be more right-leaning, but not too far. He has lived a wonderful life and a successful career and is now focusing his time on sharing his thoughts and recommendations to the world.
