Keen On America
Episode 2057: KEEN ON America featuring R. Derek Black
May 8, 2024
R. Derek Black, former white supremacist and son of a KKK Grand Wizard, discusses his journey from white nationalism to antiracism. He explores the mainstreaming of racism, the complexities of navigating dual identities, and the evolution of white nationalist beliefs. The discussion also covers Holocaust denial within the movement and the importance of combating harmful ideas.
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Quick takeaways
- R. Derek Black highlights the seriousness of the white nationalist threat in the US, emphasizing its mainstream presence within the Trumpist Republican party.
- Derek Black discusses his personal journey of rebellion against white nationalism, confronting the internal conflict between family loyalty and evolving anti-racist beliefs.
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Growing Up in a White Nationalist Movement
Growing up in a prominent white nationalist family, R. Derrick Black reflects on his identity, acknowledging his deep-rooted association with white nationalism. Despite being born into this movement and initially embracing its ideology, he embarked on a personal journey that led him to reconsider and eventually reject the beliefs he was raised with.
