Pod Save America “St. Paddy’s Day rage tweeting.”
Mar 18, 2019
Mehdi Hasan, host of The Intercept’s Deconstructed podcast, joins the conversation to discuss pivotal issues like rising Islamophobia and anti-Muslim rhetoric in today’s political landscape. He highlights the alarming increase in white nationalism and its impact on public discourse. The discussion also touches on the trending phenomenon of 'rage tweeting' during St. Patrick's Day, assessing its effects on political conversations and accountability. Tune in for insightful commentary and a look at the intersections of social media and real-world activism!
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Rise of Right-Wing Extremism
- Right-wing extremist violence is increasing, linked to at least 50 murders in 2018.
- The ADL reports a 35% increase in right-wing extremist killings over 2017.
Stochastic Terrorism
- Right-wing politicians use stochastic terrorism, fanning false fears and bigotries.
- This rhetoric contributes to a climate of violence and terrorist attacks.
Tech Platform Responsibility
- Tech platforms must take more responsibility for online radicalization.
- Their algorithms push hateful content and create echo chambers.