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Science Fiction and the Alt-Right

University of Minnesota Press

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Speculative Whiteness and Sci-Fi Narratives

This chapter explores the concept of speculative whiteness, analyzing its roots in science fiction and white nationalism. It highlights the intersection of progressive and reactionary narratives within the genre, showcasing how figures like James H. Maddell represent troubling ideologies. The discussion further delves into the appropriation of sci-fi tropes by far-right groups and the complex dynamics of victimhood and supremacy among white masculine figures in fan cultures.

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