The 10 Stages That Lead to Genocide | Public Occurrences, Ep. 120
May 2, 2024
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Exploring the rise of identity-based divisions and authoritarian tactics, discussing the ten stages that lead to genocide, highlighting the dangers of societal polarization, emphasizing the manipulation of political events, and underscoring the need to defend America's values.
Identity-based division escalates conflict and discrimination.
Dehumanization through hate propaganda justifies violence and extremism.
Genocidal plans involve state collaboration for targeted killings.
Post-genocide intervention focuses on accountability, restoration, and aid for affected populations.
Deep dives
Division and Fracturing of Society
Society is transitioning from an analog, objective world to a digital, subjective one leading to a fractured nation. Authoritarians aim to create division based on identity groups like race and religion, pushing for endless conflict between them.
Identity-based Segregation and Discrimination
The classification stage segregates people into categorizations leading to discrimination. Hate symbols are enforced on specific groups, triggering confirmation bias and discrimination against others.
Dehumanization and Propaganda
Dehumanization progresses as one group denies the humanity of others. Propaganda vilifies victim groups, indoctrinating hate and justifying violence. This indoctrination paves the way for incitement and acceptance of extremist ideologies.
Preparation for Genocide and State Sponsorship
Plans for genocidal killings and state-sponsored extermination are organized. Militias collaborate with state forces to target specific ethnic or religious groups, using euphemisms like ethnic cleansing. Hate propaganda and fear-inducing tactics escalate tensions.
Persecution and Extermination
Victims are persecuted based on identity, leading to extermination efforts termed as genocide. Genocidal massacres start, with targeted groups deprived of resources and subjected to abuse. This stage often involves mass killings and systematic erasure of the victim group.
Polarization and Division Amplification
Propaganda intensifies group differences, promoting tribalism and silencing moderates. Social media is utilized to amplify divisions and foster hatred between groups. Interactions among groups are discouraged, deepening polarization.
Denial and Cover-up of Atrocities
Perpetrators of genocide deny actions, cover up evidence, and blame victims. Governments block investigations and continue governance despite crimes. Denial of genocidal massacres indicates potential for further atrocities.
Global Intervention and Remnants of Society
International bodies intervene post-genocide to address atrocities and prevent recurrence. Efforts aim to hold perpetrators accountable, restore order, and provide aid to affected populations. Genocidal extermination leads to societal remnants grappling with the aftermath.