In this episode we explore how far-right extremists and neo-Nazis strategically infiltrate small communities, like Springfield, Ohio, and leverage hateful rumors in and about the community. Since JD Vance and Donald Trump brought those rumors and lies to a national stage this week, these groups have celebrated their contribution to the story's ascendance to mainstream discourse as a top GOP talking point.
To learn more about these groups and their activity in Springfield, Cayden is joined by security expert Kate Ross (@kate_ross_), whose research on anti-government and racially motivated violent extremists has led her to study the activities of extremist groups in Springfield, Ohio for the past several months. Their activities have culminated in this week's viral, racist lies about Haitian migrants which Donald Trump amplified to millions of viewers in this week’s Presidential debate.
Resources from today's episode:
Harnessing Our Power to End Political Violence
