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After America E4: White Supremacy, Red Alert - Right-Wing Extremism's Threat to Democracy
Manage episode 429988993 series 3346003
White supremacist and right-wing militia groups are threatening American democracy. Join us as we unveil the alarming rise and evolution of these extremist ideologies, tracing their roots from historical moments like Ruby Ridge and Waco to modern-day influences bolstered by political figures such as Donald Trump. In this episode, we uncover how political rhetoric has emboldened these groups, posing significant risks leading up to the 2024 election.
Discover how the internet has become a breeding ground for radicalization, connecting extremists and mainstreaming their dangerous ideologies, shedding light on the role of media bubbles and algorithms in empowering these extremists. The discussion highlights how fringe theories like the Great Replacement have gained traction and now influence public policy and political rhetoric within the Republican Party.
Finally, we delve into the disturbing convergence of white supremacist, militia, and Christian nationalist ideologies, emphasizing their preference for authoritarianism and theocracy. This episode underscores the urgent need for action to safeguard American democracy against these growing threats.
Guests: Dr. Ian Haney Lopez, Dr. Kathleen Blee, Dr. James Hawdon, and Jason van Tatenhove
After America Statement on Political Violence in America
Credits:
LBJ Clip on Civil Rights Act - Courtesy of the LBJ Library
Infados - Kevin MacLeod
Dark Tales: Music by Rahul Bhardwaj from Pixabay
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Kapitel
1. Rise of White Supremacy in America (00:00:00)
2. Evolution of Far-Right Extremism (00:17:33)
3. Extreme Right Ideologies in Mainstream Politics (00:23:13)
4. Threat of Extremist Ideologies and Violence (00:38:42)
5. Rise of Authoritarianism and Militia Violence (00:50:57)
6. Family Legacy and National Identity (01:04:48)
99 Episoden
Manage episode 429988993 series 3346003
White supremacist and right-wing militia groups are threatening American democracy. Join us as we unveil the alarming rise and evolution of these extremist ideologies, tracing their roots from historical moments like Ruby Ridge and Waco to modern-day influences bolstered by political figures such as Donald Trump. In this episode, we uncover how political rhetoric has emboldened these groups, posing significant risks leading up to the 2024 election.
Discover how the internet has become a breeding ground for radicalization, connecting extremists and mainstreaming their dangerous ideologies, shedding light on the role of media bubbles and algorithms in empowering these extremists. The discussion highlights how fringe theories like the Great Replacement have gained traction and now influence public policy and political rhetoric within the Republican Party.
Finally, we delve into the disturbing convergence of white supremacist, militia, and Christian nationalist ideologies, emphasizing their preference for authoritarianism and theocracy. This episode underscores the urgent need for action to safeguard American democracy against these growing threats.
Guests: Dr. Ian Haney Lopez, Dr. Kathleen Blee, Dr. James Hawdon, and Jason van Tatenhove
After America Statement on Political Violence in America
Credits:
LBJ Clip on Civil Rights Act - Courtesy of the LBJ Library
Infados - Kevin MacLeod
Dark Tales: Music by Rahul Bhardwaj from Pixabay
-------------------------
Follow Deep Dive:
Instagram
YouTube
Email: deepdivewithshawn@gmail.com
Kapitel
1. Rise of White Supremacy in America (00:00:00)
2. Evolution of Far-Right Extremism (00:17:33)
3. Extreme Right Ideologies in Mainstream Politics (00:23:13)
4. Threat of Extremist Ideologies and Violence (00:38:42)
5. Rise of Authoritarianism and Militia Violence (00:50:57)
6. Family Legacy and National Identity (01:04:48)
99 Episoden
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