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Replacement anxiety: White supremacist terrorism

The Intelligence from The Economist

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Unraveling Extremism: The New Zealand Attack

This chapter analyzes the ramifications of a devastating attack in New Zealand, focusing on gun accessibility and the failure of security agencies to monitor extremist ideologies. It further explores societal perceptions of white supremacism in Australia and New Zealand, revealing differences in awareness and recognition of racism. The chapter examines the alarming influence of social media on radicalization and the emergence of 'Hive Terrorism,' highlighting the dangerous potential for online discussions to incite real-world violence.

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