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#484 - Pumps, Converts, Fatwas, and Ex-Presidents

The Fifth Column

CHAPTER

Understanding Extremism: ISIS and Beyond

This chapter explores the rise of terrorism in the U.S., particularly the threats posed by ISIS and white nationalism, while emphasizing the importance of not comparing these forms of extremism. It discusses the ideological motivations behind radicalization, the implications of conflicts in the Middle East, and the media's role in shaping public perceptions. The conversation also reflects on free speech, cultural sensitivities, and the complexities of addressing radical violence in contemporary politics.

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