Hateland: A Long, Hard Look at America's Extremist Heart

Former DHS analyst Daryl Johnson examines the growing threat of domestic terrorism from radicalized individuals and hate groups of various ideologies. He develops a concise model that explains how extremists on both the far right and the far left use the same techniques to recruit and radicalize individuals, and recommends more resources for combatting radical movements.

\n Format: Paperback / softback
\n Length: 288 pages
\n Publication date: 15 May 2021
\n Publisher: Prometheus Books
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America is a country where extremism has become deeply entrenched in the national fabric, no longer confined to the fringes of society. This alarming conclusion is drawn by intelligence analyst Daryl Johnson, a seasoned expert with over twenty-five years of experience tracking radicalized groups for the US government. In his book, Johnson delves into the diverse manifestations of American hatred and radicalization, encompassing white nationalists, antigovernment militias, antifascists (Antifa), militant black nationalists, and extremist Islamic groups. Through a concise model, he elucidates how extremists on both the far right and far left employ similar tactics to recruit and radicalize individuals, ultimately transforming them into violent offenders.

Furthermore, the author explores the political factors that contribute to this threat and hinder the US government's effective identification and development of countermeasures. This includes an disproportionate focus on Islamic terrorism, despite the presence of other radical ideologies.

Johnson's conclusion is a poignant one, recounting individual stories of deradicalization that stem from personal reevaluations of formerly held extremist convictions. He advocates for increased resources at the state and federal levels to combat radical movements and urges greater communication and coordination between law enforcement agencies. This comprehensive analysis sheds light on the darkest corners of American society and offers practical strategies for addressing their violent threats.

\n Weight: 330g\n
Dimension: 145 x 224 x 30 (mm)\n
ISBN-13: 9781633887688\n \n