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Jon Michaels and David Noll, "Vigilante Nation: How State-Sponsored Terror Threatens Our Democracy" (Atria/One Signal, 2024)

New Books in Critical Theory

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Vigilante Democracy: Threats and Responses

This chapter examines the evolution of political strategies within the Republican Party, highlighting the rise of vigilantism and its effects on democracy. It discusses how hard-right ideologies and coordinated efforts at the state level are empowering reactionary agendas that threaten civil liberties and political expression. The chapter emphasizes the need for robust federal legislation and proactive measures by blue states to combat these emerging threats and protect democratic values.

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