The rise of the radical/extreme-right (Cont..) WHlSKY: A continuation of the open discussion: Topic: Politics Keep the discussion to a mature standard. Definitions: “The term “extreme right” is used to describe right-wing political, social and religious movements that exist outside of and are more radical than mainstream conservatism…” [if you propose a different definition, then state] It encompasses fascism, nazism, neo-nazism, white supremacy, etc. (Edited by WHlSKY) WHlSKY: In the US, the far-right/white supremacists accounts for the highest domestic terrorist attacks. There are also conspiracy theories & ideologies perpetuated by these groups that are also noteworthy. From 2012 through 2021, nearly three in four murders classified as domestic terrorism were committed by right-wing extremists (most of whom were white nationalists). [1] In 2020, 55% of perpetrators of hate crimes were white, 21% were Black, and 16% were of unknown racial background. Sixty-two percent of hate crimes were about race/ethnicity, nearly 25% were about sexual orientation/gender identity, and 13% were about religion. [1] Europe has experienced a revival of militant right-wing extremist groups, networks, and incidents in recent years, with a surge of anti-immigration and Islamophobic violence, as well as anti-government attacks and assaults on political opponents, ethnic minorities, and homosexuals. [2] [1] https://www.brookings.edu/blog/how-we-rise/2022/05/17/preventing-racial-hate-crimes-means-tackling-white-supremacist-ideology/amp/ [2] https://cco.ndu.edu/PRISM/PRISM-Volume-6-no-2/Article/839011/right-wing-extremism-and-terrorism-in-europe-current-developments-and-issues-fo/ WHlSKY: May 2022 Members of Germany's security agencies were found to have participated in right-wing extremist events and chats. In some instances, they took part in "Heil Hitler" chants and Hitler salutes, an official report revealed. An official report found concrete evidence of right-wing extremism in over 300 cases within Germany's top security agencies, Germany's Interior Minister Nancy Faeser said at a press conference on Friday. The report comes amid increase scrutiny of German security authorities, following a slew of high-profile cases involving far-right chat groups among police officers and extremism in Germany's military. Each of these cases is one too many," Interior Minister Faeser said at a press conference presenting the report. She added that the German government won't allow the country's democracy "to be sabotaged from within by right-wing extremists." ___________  (Post deleted by WHlSKY ) WHlSKY: There are hispanics who consider themselves “white”, hispanics can come in any colour and racial background. There are hispanics of european ancestry and hispanics of african ancestry. Are you disappointed? WHlSKY: The topic also is of the radical/ extreme right, not on who is “white” or racist. While White Supremacy is a factor, it’s only considered in relation to the political movement. (Post deleted by WHlSKY ) WHlSKY: In latin america there exist racism in some of the countries. It is no surprise that the far right’s white supremism will appeal to racists in the group. (Post deleted by WHlSKY ) WHlSKY: That was for deleting my comment. Hispanics come in all different races. You can have an African descendent hispanics, European descendent hispanics, Indigenous hispanics.. (Post deleted by WHlSKY ) (Post deleted by WHlSKY ) WHlSKY: December 2022 There is deep concern on the 'coup attempt' in Germany by far right movements. It has raised the question on whether Germany's democracy can be overthrown by a far-right wing coup. For further information on this move by the far-right: A militant group of Germany's far-right extremist Reichsbürger movement apparently planned to overthrow the government. "According to our findings, the association has set itself the goal of eliminating the existing state order in Germany, the free democratic basic order, using violence and military means." This is how Attorney General Peter Frank described the reasons that led to a major raid this week against supporters of the so-called Reichsbürger movement. The head of Germany's criminal police (BKA), Holger Münch, said Thursday that two more individuals were found to be connected to the anti-government plot, bringing the total number of suspects to 54. The number of suspects could continue to grow, he told the ARD public broadcaster. "But we do have a dangerous mixture of people here, following irrational convictions, some of them with a lot of money and others in possession of weapons, and with a plan that they do want to carry out," Münch said. "And that does make it dangerous and that's why we have now intervened and put up a clear 'stop' sign." Source: https://www.dw.com/en/more-suspects-wanted-in-foiled-german-coup-plot/a-64028033 WHlSKY: I read that due to the Covid pandemic things have become tricky. The Far-right is mixing more with conspiracy theorists into a new form of issue. Thoughts?  Big Toe: Sounds like left-wing conspiracy nuts think they have uncovered right-wing conspiracies.......how ironic....... WHlSKY: These are fixed events that have occurred. Before speaking, check on the events. You'll make yourself look less of an idiot. Big Toe: Have another WHISKY and let us know of any other right-wing conspiracies you uncover after finishing the WHISKY.... WHlSKY: I'm sober. So your argument is that the raids and the far-right attempt at a coup in Germany didn't occur. Cool. Thanks for stopping by. WHlSKY: This is not a matter of 'conspiracy'. It is a serious issue. While the far-right group who tried to organise a coup attempt in Germany has their own conspiracies and their own irrational thoughts, it still poses a threat as they can cause bloodshed in their move to fulfill their desire. It's not any rednecks storming a Capitol. Read up before you add your idiotic two cents. They had access to guns and ammunition. The raids were important in saving lives. How you can not see this simple thing is beyond me. | Politics Chat Room 54 People Chatting Similar Conversations |