It Could Happen Here

The Refugees Fleeing South Africa's "White Genocide"

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May 14, 2025
Molly Conger, a journalist and researcher focused on online extremism, dives into the controversial topic of the alleged 'white genocide' in South Africa. She debunks myths surrounding this narrative, explaining its roots in misinformation and linking it to broader immigration fears and white nationalist rhetoric. The discussion also sheds light on the real experiences of refugees fleeing actual violence, the complexities of U.S. refugee admissions, and the racial justice issues intertwined with recent resettlement proposals for Afrikaners.
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Myth of White Genocide Debunked

  • The concept of "white genocide" in South Africa is a conspiracy theory with no factual basis.
  • South African white farmers are not being murdered at higher rates than other demographic groups.
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Trump's Turning Point on White Genocide

  • Donald Trump first engaged with the "white South African refugee" issue after watching a Tucker Carlson segment in 2018.
  • This moment sparked his active promotion of the white genocide narrative.
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Executive Order Targets Afrikaners

  • Trump signed an executive order prioritizing refugee resettlement for Afrikaners from South Africa.
  • The order explicitly uses the racial term "Afrikaner," indicating race as a factor despite claims otherwise.
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