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The Kids are Alt-right – What’s radicalising a new generation of extremists?
Jan 16, 2024
Cynthia Miller-Idriss discusses the spectrum of far-right ideologies, online propaganda targeting vulnerable young men, and the need for digital media literacy. The podcast also explores the dangers of solely focusing on the far-right and emphasizes prevention and support.
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- The far-right encompasses a spectrum of supremacist ideologies, including white, Christian, western, or misogynist supremacies, as well as anti-government and anti-democratic supremacies.
- Online accessibility has transformed the recruitment process, where propaganda now reaches vulnerable young men directly, shifting the demographics of far-right radicalization.
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Rise of Far-Right Extremism Among Young Men
The podcast explores the increase in far-right extremism among young men, with statistics showing a significant number of arrests related to extreme right-wing terrorism involving children. The accessibility of online propaganda has shifted the demographics, with young men now being more vulnerable to radicalization right in their own bedrooms. Exposure to misogynistic and supremacist content at a young age sets the stage for a dangerous mindset. The threat of demographic change, entitlement, and the fear of losing power contribute to the appeal of far-right ideologies.
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