Meh, division exist in America with Russia or without it, Moscow just trying to exploit their enemies weakness, same thing that America or any other power doing against their enemies, same [Poor language removed] as always through history. They don't need Russia to hate each others.
Sow divisions and try to destabilize your enemy is like most generic strategy there is in geopolitics done by anyone of note.
Anyway, these hardcore leftists or rightist mostly exist in online echo chambers, like anywhere else i doubt most ordinary Americans give two shits either way. Cause if i would believe likes of Reddit or Twitter it would seem most American are hyper-partisan left or right radicals ready to hurt their most immediate family cause of political disagreement, i very much doubt thats real world.
I agree that it's true that divisions have always existed and that sowing discord is a common geopolitical strategy, it's important to recognise the specific and proactive role that Russian “active measures” have played in nurturing these differences and fostering hatred over the past decade.
Russian operatives have been found to be actively involved in inflaming tensions in the US, not just online but also in real-world scenarios. For example, there have been numerous instances where Russia has organised and promoted protests in the US, and then orchestrated counter-protests to escalate conflicts on American streets. This isn't just a matter of exploiting existing divisions; it's about deliberately creating chaos and undermining social cohesion.
While it's easy to dismiss extreme views as confined to online echo chambers, the reality is that these online activities can and do spill over into real life, influencing public opinion and actions in significant ways.. The goal of these efforts is not merely to reflect the divisions but to deepen them, making it harder for Americans to find common ground.
Acknowledging this doesn't absolve anyone of their own biases or actions, but it does highlight the importance of being aware of external influences that are actively working to destabilise the country. That some seem oblivious to this is testament to how skilfully Russia have deployed these campaigns. The MAGA crew being a prime example.