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Does the Military Have an Extremism Problem?

Up First from NPR

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Confronting Extremism in the Military

This chapter addresses the military's reaction to political extremism following the January 6th Capitol riots. It details Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin's initiatives to combat internal threats, the complexities of defining extremism, and the mixed responses to training programs. The chapter also highlights key figures and reports that shed light on the ongoing struggle to address extremist behaviors and the challenges faced by the military leadership.

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