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According to an Axios survey, an overwhelming amount of Democrats harbor very negative views about Republicans.

An Overview of the Survey's Findings

Republicans and Democrats have remained at odds with one another for decades. However, recent findings affirm just how deeply the discord runs. 61% of Democrats perceive members of the GOP as bigoted, racist, and/or sexist; conversely, only 31% of Republicans believe the same about Democrats.

21% of Democrats furthermore see Republicans as evil, while 44% view GOP members as spiteful. Moreover, a total of 54% of surveyed Democrats admitted to believing that Republican individuals are ignorant.

However, Republicans seem to view Democrats in a similar manner, with slight marginal variations. For instance, Axios showed that 23% of Republicans view Democrats as evil, while 54% of the polled GOP members believe that Democrats are spiteful. Finally, 49% of Republicans see Democrats as ignorant.

Approximately 33% of Republicans and Democrats in the poll admitted that disappointment would follow if a relative married someone with contrasting partisan views. Moreover, less than 5% of Republicans and Democrats view one another as thoughtful, fair, or kind.

Republicans and Democrats in America

As the two major political party members in the United States, Republicans and Democrats are generally expected to disagree with one another. Individuals on both sides of the aisle usually maintain wildly different views on policy matters. This includes healthcare, employment, welfare, taxation, immigration, regulations, abortion, and more. It is not uncommon for Republicans and Democrats to launch character assassinations against their political and ideological adversaries.

Over the past year, political acrimony has reached all-time highs. Both Republicans and Democrats have faced accusations of descending into extremism. Many on the left have taken to the streets to protest on political and social issues with displeased them. However, Republicans have largely censured left-wing protesters for going to the homes of conservatives and harassing them in restaurants.

As political discord has worsened in America, leaders on both sides of the aisle have shared their thoughts. Democrats such as Hillary Clinton and Eric Holder recently took heat for seemingly endorsing violence against Republicans. Conversely, Republican Rand Paul warned of the danger which may follow if political acrimony proceeds on its current trajectory.