Tag: far-right

The Subtle Art of Messaging:

How Far-Right Women Use Social Media to Shape Public Opinion

Eviane Leidig

Eviane Leidig, author of The Women of the Far Right, discusses the role of far-right women as influential messengers in shaping public discourse through social media. These social media influencers utilize relatable narratives and coded language to promote extremist ideologies while appearing non-threatening. By framing their messages around issues like “gender ideology” and health misinformation, they engage in metapolitical activism aimed at normalizing far-right views. Their strategies include leveraging online communities and presenting themselves as relatable figures, which allows them to bypass content moderation and reach broader audiences. This phenomenon underscores the significant impact of far-right women in online radicalization.

Sam Jackson on Oath Keepers

Sam Jackson discusses the formation and purpose of the Oath Keepers, an influential antigovernment group and a significant player in the broader American militia movement that advocates for the defense of constitutional rights against perceived threats from the federal government. Jackson highlights how the Oath Keepers draw on historical context to justify their actions and how their controversial actions underscore their confrontational stance and commitment to their cause. Despite their claims of rejecting racism, the Oath Keepers face ideological scrutiny due to their connections with far-right ideologies.