

Is Extremism More Common on the Far-Left or Far-Right? with Elizabeth Neumann
Aug 21, 2024
Elizabeth Neumann, a former counterterrorism official, shares her insights on radicalization and extremism within evangelicalism. She discusses the impact of Trump’s rhetoric on violence in Christian circles and reveals her belief that far-right extremism is more prevalent than that on the far-left. The conversation explores loyalty tests in politics and the complex ties between identity and extremist behaviors. Neumann emphasizes the need for nonviolence, empathy, and understanding in confronting radical ideologies within faith communities.
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Intro
00:00 • 3min
Exploring Extremism and Personal Journey Within Homeland Security
02:31 • 4min
Loyalty in the Age of Extremism
07:00 • 23min
Navigating Political Turmoil and Emphasizing Unity in Faith
29:58 • 3min
Complexity of Identity and Extremism
32:34 • 19min
Embracing Nonviolence and Addressing Extremism in Faith
51:17 • 5min