Maybe, along the lines of what you have observed, you deal with it thru acts of kindness not violence. Maybe you take some of the energy out of the maelstrom in ways inspired by people like Gandhi.

Hatred and bigotry need fuel. Sweep away the kindling for the fires and you can, maybe, reduce their damage. Defuse the malignant milieu with acts of generosity perhaps.

And, akin to strategies used by barristers who deal with a crazy or hostile witness at trial: let them be and sound as crazy as they can. At some point, even their supporters cannot ignore the absurdity.

Then let some time pass.

Great piece!