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It Could Happen Here Weekly 168

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Feb 8, 2025

In this engaging discussion, Spencer Sunshine, an expert on neo-Nazism, delves into the dark legacy of the neo-Nazi text 'Siege' and its influence on modern extremist ideologies. Argavan Salis and Kaveh Hoda highlight the significant impacts of Trump's funding cuts on healthcare, especially regarding marginalized communities. Nevdon Jamgothian analyzes Azerbaijan's manipulative tactics at COP29, shedding light on greenwashing amid ongoing geopolitical tensions. Together, the guests explore the interconnectedness of extremism, healthcare, and international politics.

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ANECDOTE

AIF Origin

Azad, fighting with the Anti-Fascist Internationalist Front (AIF) in Myanmar, shared the group's origin.
It arose from discussions among internationalists within and outside Myanmar after 2023.

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International Struggle

The conflict in Myanmar is fundamentally a fight against fascism, not just a national struggle.
It's international due to the diverse ethnicities involved and its anti-fascist nature.

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Rojava Inspiration

The Rojava revolution serves as an inspiration, especially for women and youth in Myanmar.
The KNDF and Rojava forces exchanged messages of solidarity, acknowledging shared struggles.

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Exploring Historical Revolutions and Contemporary Issues

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The Dark Legacy of 'Siege'

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Interconnected Narratives of Neo-Nazi Extremism

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Legacy and Extremism: Unraveling Controversial Histories

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The Neo-Nazi Influence of 'Siege'

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Navigating Community Inclusivity

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The Impact of Executive Orders on Civil Rights

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The Impact of Funding Cuts on Queer Research and Scientific Progress

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Funding Challenges in Scientific Research

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Grant Initiatives and the Fight Against Harassment

02:01:17 • 18min

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Navigating Grant Funding Challenges in Research

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Funding, Governance, and Global Tensions

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Tensions and Atrocities: The Armenian Struggle

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Exploring the Disputed Claims and International Dynamics of Artsakh Conflict

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Geopolitical Turmoil in the South Caucasus

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Cultural Loss and the Shadow of Genocide

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The Shadows of Pan-Turkism and Propaganda

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From Drones to Super Bowl: Current Events Unveiled

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Political Tensions and Public Unrest

03:14:23 • 16min

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Legal Implications in Reporting Government Employees and Trade Policies

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Trade Tensions and Policy Impacts

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Legislative Battles: Education and LGBTQ+ Rights

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Neo-Nazi Terrorism and Countercultural Fascism

The Origins and Afterlife of James Mason’s Siege

Spencer Sunshine

Spencer Sunshine's "Neo-Nazi Terrorism and Countercultural Fascism" meticulously traces the evolution of neo-Nazi ideology in the United States, focusing on James Mason's influential book, "Siege." The book delves into the historical context of the 1970s, revealing the splintering of the American Nazi Party and the rise of a terrorist wing. Sunshine's research exposes the connections between seemingly disparate figures and groups, highlighting the interconnectedness of neo-Nazi networks. The book also examines the role of countercultural figures in disseminating Mason's ideas, demonstrating how seemingly unrelated subcultures can become breeding grounds for extremism. Ultimately, Sunshine's work serves as a crucial resource for understanding the origins and spread of modern neo-Nazi terrorism.

All of this week's episodes of It Could Happen Here put together in one large file.

The Internationalists Fighting Fascism in Burma
(Maybe Don't) Read Siege
How Trump is Killing Science (And You)
Greenwashing Genocide In Artsakh
Executive Disorder: White House Weekly #2

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Sources/Links:

(Maybe Don't) Read Siege

https://www.routledge.com/Neo-Nazi-Terrorism-and-Countercultural-Fascism-The-Origins-and-Afterlife-of-James-Masons-Siege/Sunshine/p/book/9780367190606

Greenwashing Genocide In Artsakh

Donations:

VOMA
https://www.voma.center/en
VOMA is a non-governmental movement that aims to strengthen the defenses of the Republic of Armenia through preparing Armenians and Diaspora to face the immanent threat of invasion by Azerbaijan and Turkey. A defensive organization only.

Kooyrigs
https://kooyrigs.org
Kooyrigs is a women-led organization and NGO. Focused on supporting Armenia and Artsakh refugees through various humanitarian projects, especially in the areas of education, healthcare, and emergency relief efforts.

Pahapan Development Foundation:
http://www.pahapan.org/en/
Donations go toward supporting and developing Tavush: there are about 10000 children who live under regular shootings by Azeri troops in 23 borderline villages of Tavush region. This organization helps their safety as well as implementing social, cultural and educational programs.

Hayastan All-Armenian Fund
https://www.himnadram.org
This fund is one of the main sources of support for Armenia and Nagorno-Karabakh, focusing on community development, health, education, and infrastructure.

Armenian General Benevolent Union (AGBU)
https://www.agbu.org
AGBU is one of the largest Armenian-American organizations that provides support for educational, cultural, and social welfare initiatives in Armenia and globally.

Fund for Armenian Relief (FAR)
https://www.farusa.org
FAR focuses on providing relief to vulnerable populations in Armenia, supporting programs in health, education, and economic development.

Paros Foundation
http://parosfoundation.org/available-projects/
Donations can contribute to a number of humanitarian missions they have in Armenia. You can choose to support individual projects or donate to the foundation in general.

Armenia Fund
https://www.armeniafund.org
A wide ranging charity for infrastructure projects, educational scholarships, and providing aid to vulnerable populations.

Armenian Wounded Heroes Fund
https://armenianwoundedheroes.com
This fund provides direct support to Armenian soldiers who have been injured in the line of duty, offering medical assistance and helping them reintegrate into society.

Tumo Center for Creative Technologies
https://www.tumo.org
Tumo is an innovative educational program that provides free tech and creative skills to young people in Armenia. Donations help support the growth of this pioneering center and its ability to empower youth with skills in areas such as animation, coding, game development, and design.

Armenian Volunteer Corps (AVC)
https://www.avc.am
AVC connects volunteers with opportunities in Armenia to support a variety of causes, from community development to disaster relief. Donations help fund the ongoing programs and volunteer recruitment.

The Children of Armenia Fund (COAF)
https://coaf.org
COAF supports rural communities in Armenia with educational, healthcare, and technological programs.

Armenian Red Cross Society
https://www.redcross.am/en/home.html
The Armenian Red Cross provides critical humanitarian assistance in Armenia, offering emergency relief, health services, and disaster response.

IMAST
https://imast.am/
IMAST helps Armenian non-profits with micro-donations for individual projects from wildlife to health to community building.

Other:
One Armenia
https://www.onearmenia.org
A travel group that features local travel opportunities with local people. Promoting responsible travel.

Hike Armenia
https://hikearmenia.org/

Learn4Artsakh
https://learn4artsakh.org
Instagram: @learn4artsakh
Learn4Artsakh is a leftist platform dedicated to providing educational resources about Artsakh’s history, culture, and people.

Books:
The Burning Tigris: The Armenian Genocide by Peter Balakian

The Caucasian Knot: The History and Geo-politics of Nagorno-Karabagh, by Patrick Donabedian & Claude Mutafian
Available on learn4artsakh.com

My Brother’s Struggle:
A great book by the brother of a complicated Armenian revolutionary who grew up in California.
Available on learn4artsakh.com

AVOID anything by Thomas de Waal

News sites:
https://armenianweekly.com/
https://evnreport.com
https://hetq.am/en

Videos:
White Phosphorus in Artsakh
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qjwzHkyGYQA&rco=1

Armenia: The Fall of Nagoro-Karabagh
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tld7Vz42QSI

Articles:
Cultural destruction by Azerbaijan
https://hyperallergic.com/482353/a-regime-conceals-its-erasure-of-indigenous-armenian-culture/

Azeri War Crimes
https://azeriwarcrimes.org/
An archive of evidence of war crimes, ethnic cleansing and human rights violations committed by Azerbaijan. Not for the faint of heart.

University Network for Human Rights
https://www.humanrightsnetwork.org/we-are-no-one
How Three Years of Atrocities Led to the Ethnic Cleansing of Nagorno-Karabakh’s Armenians

Azerbaijan’s Ethnic Hatred Theme Park
https://www.rferl.org/a/azerbaijan-karabakh-theme-park-armenia-ethnic-hatred-aliyev/31217971.html

History of Artsakh
https://www.armenianmuseum.org/artsakh

Armenian Genocide Historical Overview
https://genocideeducation.org/background/brief-history/

Artwashing and Sportswashing by Azerbaijan:
https://hyperallergic.com/615519/artwashing-a-dictatorship/

Executive Disorder: White House Weekly #2

https://apnews.com/article/trump-netanyahu-washington-ceasefire-1c8deec4dd46177e08e07d669d595ed3
https://www.wired.com/story/elon-musk-lackeys-general-services-administration/ https://www.wired.com/story/elon-musk-lieutenant-gsa-ai-agency/
http://wired.com/story/elon-musk-government-young-engineers/
https://www.wired.com/story/elon-musk-associate-bfs-federal-payment-system/ https://www.reuters.com/world/us/musk-aides-lock-government-workers-out-computer-systems-us-agency-sources-say-2025-01-31/
https://x.com/USAO_DC/status/1886537850390483276
https://bsky.app/profile/josephpolitano.bsky.social/post/3lhfjn7ires2h https://www.cnn.com/2025/02/02/politics/usaid-officials-leave-musk-doge/index.html
https://bsky.app/profile/chadloder.bsky.social/post/3lhc52j6kns2d https://apnews.com/article/trump-musk-gsa-terminate-office-leases-f8faac5e2038722f705587c8dd21ab26?user_email=dabc81d5ec766cfb0c88230c077bd88afdc57894c6b8dcdfcf8102146e6c

https://www.oig.dhs.gov/sites/default/files/assets/pr/2024/dojpr-041224-former-border-patrol-agent-sentenced-18-years-prison-drug-smuggling-and-bribery.pdf

https://www.nbcsandiego.com/news/local/san-diego-border-agent-nicknamed-goalie-took-bribes-to-let-drugs-into-u-s-prosecutors/3259608/

https://www.ussc.gov/sites/default/files/pdf/research-and-publications/quick-facts/Fentanyl_FY23.pdf

https://www.cbp.gov/border-security/frontline-against-fentanyl

https://x.com/nayibbukele/status/1886606794614587573?mx=2

https://www.state.gov/reports/2022-country-reports-on-human-rights-practices/el-salvador/