Former Washington leaders call for unity, end to inflammatory rhetoric after attempt on Trump’s life

SEATTLE — After the assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump, leaders and pundits across the political spectrum have put out statements condemning political violence, calling for unity, and an end to inflammatory rhetoric.

“You always hope this is never going to happen, but in a highly polarized society which seems to be normalizing violence of all kinds, it just takes one lunatic to figure out how to get a shot,” said Rob McKenna, former Washington Attorney General. “I think it will cause all elected officials, politicians, their staff to be more careful in choosing their words.”

McKenna said it’s important for officials to choose their words carefully because there are

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