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Nick Szabo· 2025-10-23 07:02
RT Aysha (@AyshaSusmaz)People blame Netanyahu. But he didn’t create a society that celebrates massacres, steals land, and dehumanizes Palestinians. Israeli society is the problem. And until lsraelis are de-radicalised, no leader, right or “left”, will stop the bloodshed. ...
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BBC News (World)· 2025-10-11 02:38
I was ready to die for the Taliban. Now I hope I can prevent others becoming radicalised https://t.co/zuHKywpPcn ...
The ‘incredibly dangerous’ conspiracy theory becoming increasingly mainstream on the right
MSNBC· 2025-09-20 19:33
Extremism & Radicalization: Core Arguments - The "Great Replacement Theory," a conspiracy alleging the replacement of white populations by minorities, has migrated from fringe groups to the mainstream, repackaged with softer language but retaining dangerous concepts like "invasion" [3] - This theory often combines racism with antisemitism, falsely claiming that Jewish groups and feminists conspire to reduce white birth rates and increase immigration [7][8][9] - Misogyny plays a significant role in mobilizing violence, with gendered motivations often overlooked in extremism research [12][13][14][15] Manifestos & Transnationalization - Extremist manifestos serve as blueprints, with attackers referencing and building upon previous acts of violence and ideologies [5][16][17] - Violent extremism is transnationalizing, with the United States exporting extremist ideologies that are taking root in Europe, Australia, and even parts of the Global South [18] - The "Great Replacement Theory" is adaptable and used to demonize minorities globally [19] Political & Societal Impact - Mainstream politicians using language echoing extremist ideas normalizes these concepts and shifts the Overton window of acceptable discourse [20][21] - This normalization demonizes minorities and immigrants, potentially leading to backlash and violence [21][22] - The combination of widespread anxiety, anger, and access to weapons in a country of over 330 million people, coupled with extremist messaging, increases the risk of attacks [23] Counter-Arguments & Rebuttals - The "Great Replacement Theory" is based on false conspiracy theories and untrue ideas about danger [25] - Immigrants do not have a higher crime rate than native-born Americans [25] - Some extremist ideologies combine replacement theory with environmental concerns, attempting to draw in individuals from environmental movements [26][27]
New details about suspect in murder of Charlie Kirk
MSNBC· 2025-09-16 09:42
The suspect in the murder of conservative political activist Charlie Kirk is set to make his first appearance in court later today. The 22-year-old suspect will likely be indicted on first-degree murder charges in Utah, according to the attorney general Pam Bondi, who also said the Department of Justice is looking into their own kind of federal charges as well. This comes as the Washington Post reports that the suspect appeared to confess to the shooting in an online chat group, writing, "Hey guys, I have b ...
Former Secret Service Agent WARNS Kirk assassination signals new targets of political violence
MSNBC· 2025-09-14 15:41
Since the killing of Kirk, lawmakers across party lines have canled public events and they're citing safety concerns. But threats against members of Congress were already on the rise. US Capital Police say by the end of this calendar year, they're on track to work through 14,000 threat assessment cases involving members.That's up 9,000 from last year. Congresswoman uh Alexandria Okasiocortez and Nancy Mace addressed their concerns over current security protocols. Take a listen to them.It is about the fact t ...
Utah Gov. Spencer Cox shares new details about Charlie Kirk shooting suspect: Full interview
NBC News· 2025-09-14 13:31
Investigation & Legal Aspects - Charges are expected to be filed on Tuesday, with ongoing evidence gathering and interviews [2] - The suspect is not cooperating, while a roommate (boyfriend transitioning from male to female) is cooperating and providing information [6][7] - Forensic evidence is being processed to confirm details [4][7] Suspect Background & Radicalization - The suspect comes from a conservative family but held different ideologies [3] - Radicalization occurred in a relatively short time, potentially after dropping out of Utah State University [7][9] - Deep internet activity, including gaming and engagement with "dark places" like Reddit, is suspected to be a factor in the radicalization [10] Societal Impact & Political Commentary - The Governor views the event as a watershed moment, calling for national reflection and unity [11] - Social media is strongly criticized as a contributing factor to violence and societal division, with algorithms being described as "evil" and addictive [13][14][16][17] - The Governor acknowledges President Trump's anger and understanding of leftist ideology potentially playing a role, while also emphasizing the importance of individual agency and responsibility [20][23]
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Elon Musk· 2025-09-13 23:37
Social Commentary - The tweet suggests a significant radicalization of tens of millions of ordinary Americans in the past week [1] - The author believes their liberal friends are unaware of this radicalization among "normies" or regular, everyday Americans [1]
Family member told law enforcement suspect confessed
MSNBC· 2025-09-12 15:40
Incident Overview - A shooting occurred at a university in Utah, resulting in a political assassination [20] - The suspect, Tyler Robinson, age 22, was apprehended with the help of family and a local minister [1][2] - Authorities recovered a rifle, believed to be the murder weapon, wrapped in a towel at the scene [2] Investigation Details - The suspect was allegedly steeped in internet meme culture and harbored a grudge against Charlie Kirk for political reasons [2] - Investigators are examining the suspect's digital footprint, including Discord messages, and physical evidence such as bullet casings [5][16] - One bullet casing was inscribed with "hey fascist catch," indicating the suspect's mindset [8] - Authorities are exploring whether the suspect acted alone or had accomplices [27] Legal and Political Implications - The governor of Utah expects the state to seek the death penalty in this case [6] - The president intends to award Charlie Kirk the presidential medal of freedom and host a large event for him [19] - The incident has sparked debate about political violence and how the country should handle such threats [26] Community Response - The community responded with vigils and prayers, emphasizing unity and humanity [22] - There was no rioting, looting, or violence in Utah following the assassination [21] Suspect Background - The suspect shared an address with Matt Robinson, reported to be his father, a veteran of the Washington County Sheriff's Department in Utah [3][4] - The suspect's motive and ideology are still under investigation, including potential mental health issues [3] - The suspect may have been surveilling the campus prior to the shooting and had left a weapon for himself [7]
Colorado high school shooter was 'radicalized by and extremist network,' officials say
NBC News· 2025-09-12 00:36
Colorado authorities identifying 16-year-old Desmond Holly as a student who opened fire at Evergreen High School using a revolver. Investigators did not say where the shooter got the gun, but said he was radicalized by an extremist network. He tried to find new targets and he he came up against a roadblock on many of those doors.He couldn't get to those kids. They say he continued to reload as he shot out windows and at lockers. Tonight, officials say two students remain in critical condition.Authorities sa ...
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CNN Breaking News· 2025-09-11 22:52
Incident Summary - A 16-year-old suspect opened fire at a Denver-area high school [1] - Officials stated the suspect was "radicalized by some extreme network" [1]