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Trump’s Meltdown and a GOP Tilt Toward White Nationalism Reshape U.S. Politics
politics24 days ago

Trump’s Meltdown and a GOP Tilt Toward White Nationalism Reshape U.S. Politics

Trump refused to sign a bipartisan housing bill and berated senators, prompting a brief GOP pushback in the Senate while House MAGA factions blocked proceedings and Speaker Johnson sent members home. He then pressed for the SAVE Act to curb voting ahead of the 2026 election, signaling a sharper rightward turn and white-nationalist rhetoric within the GOP. The piece also notes a Supreme Court TPS ruling and anti-immigrant comments that deepen divides. Democratic primaries favored progressive challengers, and polls show broad concern about government corruption and wealth concentration, framing Richardson’s view that today’s battles sit within a long-running tradition of government action to address public needs—even as partisan extremism intensifies.

via Letters from an American | Heather Cox Richardson | Substack|
#democracy#politics#republicans
Lawsuit Challenges Whites-Only Arkansas Compound for Discrimination
society2 months ago

Lawsuit Challenges Whites-Only Arkansas Compound for Discrimination

A St. Louis real estate broker sues Return to the Land, a Ravenden, Ark., whites-only community run by white nationalists, alleging racial and ancestry-based discrimination in violation of the Fair Housing Act and Civil Rights Acts of 1866/1871. The suit, the first civil action against the group, argues private-association provisions don’t shield the venture, while Arkansas investigators probe potential violations and the founders defend their right to freely associate.

via The New York Times|
#arkansas#civil-rights#housing-discrimination
Nationals ban fan over white nationalist banner at home game
sports2 months ago

Nationals ban fan over white nationalist banner at home game

Washington Nationals banned at least one person after a banner directing fans to a white nationalist website and calling for deportation was unfurled during Sunday’s Salute to Service game; an usher attempted to confiscate it, but the holders fled. The team condemned the rhetoric and is coordinating with the Metropolitan Police Department on a follow-up investigation. Online claims of responsibility by Jake Lang surfaced, though how the banner bypassed security remains unclear. Nationals Park’s guidelines restrict banners to MLB-related or family-friendly messages and prohibit hate speech or other disallowed content.

via The New York Times|
#fan-conduct#hate-speech#sports
Pawtucket shooting suspect's son attempted church arson in 2024, linking two violent family histories
crime5 months ago

Pawtucket shooting suspect's son attempted church arson in 2024, linking two violent family histories

Federal arsonist Kevin Colantonio, who tried to burn a Black church in 2024 and is now imprisoned, is the biological son of Robert Dorgan—the Pawtucket high‑school hockey shooting suspect who killed his ex‑wife and a son before killing himself. Investigators linked the families through Colantonio’s interview with his mother; Dorgan later transitioned to Roberta Dorgan. Both cases involve far‑right beliefs, but it remains unclear if they influenced each other and the motive for the Pawtucket shooting remains unknown.

via The Boston Globe|
#arson#crime#family-ties
White Nationalist Student at UF Receives Award for Racist Paper
world1 year ago

White Nationalist Student at UF Receives Award for Racist Paper

A University of Florida law student, Preston Damsky, wrote a racist paper claiming the Constitution was meant only for white people, received an award, and later posted racist and antisemitic messages on social media, leading to suspension and campus turmoil. The incident raises questions about free speech, academic neutrality, and the rise of extremist views in educational institutions.

via The New York Times|
#campus-controversy#free-speech#racist-paper
Ohio Leaders Unite Against Neo-Nazi March in Columbus
us-news1 year ago

Ohio Leaders Unite Against Neo-Nazi March in Columbus

Ohio officials, including the governor and Columbus' mayor, have condemned a neo-Nazi march in Columbus where participants waved swastika flags and shouted racial slurs. The demonstration, which involved around a dozen masked individuals, is part of a rising trend of White nationalist events in the U.S. Despite no arrests being made, the event drew significant backlash, prompting a unity march in response. Officials emphasized that hate and bigotry have no place in the state.

via CNN|
#columbus#hate-speech#neo-nazi
"Ex-KKK Leader's Child Reveals Transgender Identity in Memoir"
society-and-culture2 years ago

"Ex-KKK Leader's Child Reveals Transgender Identity in Memoir"

R. Derek Black, the child of former Ku Klux Klan leader Don Black, has come out as transgender in their new memoir "The Klansman’s Son." Black, who previously renounced white supremacy and their family's ideology, details their complex journey of self-discovery and the challenges of growing up in a white nationalist household. Their coming out has strained relationships with their family, who have responded negatively.

via NBC News|
#family#identity#memoir
"White Nationalist Ties Lead to Recall Election Loss for Enid City Commissioner"
politics2 years ago

"White Nationalist Ties Lead to Recall Election Loss for Enid City Commissioner"

Voters in Enid, Oklahoma, have ousted city council member Judd Blevins, who has ties to white nationalist groups, in favor of fellow Republican candidate Cheryl Patterson. Blevins, who denied being a white supremacist, lost by a 20-point margin after being linked to white nationalist activities. His opponent campaigned on restoring the city's reputation, while Blevins faced criticism for his extremist ties. The election results have yet to be certified.

via The Guardian US|
#enid#judd-blevins#local-elections
"Oklahoma City Council Member Ousted Over White Nationalist Ties"
politics2 years ago

"Oklahoma City Council Member Ousted Over White Nationalist Ties"

Voters in Enid, Oklahoma, have successfully recalled City Council member Judd Blevins, who has ties to white nationalism, and elected Cheryl Patterson to fill the seat. Blevins, an Iraq War veteran, admitted to participating in the Unite the Right rally in Charlottesville and being connected to the now-defunct white supremacist group Identity Evropa. The recall effort was led by two local Democrats, and Blevins expressed gratitude to his supporters while criticizing the media and establishment for his removal from office.

via CBS News|
#city-council#enid#oklahoma
"Enid, Oklahoma, Removes City Official with White Nationalist Ties in Recall Election"
politics2 years ago

"Enid, Oklahoma, Removes City Official with White Nationalist Ties in Recall Election"

Voters in Enid, Oklahoma, ousted City Council member Judd Blevins over his ties to white nationalist groups, with Cheryl Patterson, a former teacher and Republican, replacing him. Blevins denied being a white supremacist but faced the recall vote after his involvement with white nationalist groups was revealed. The election results showed a rejection of white nationalism in Enid, with Patterson emphasizing a return to "normalcy" for the city.

via NBC News|
#city-council#enid#oklahoma
Enid, Oklahoma Voters Recall City Commissioner with White Nationalist Ties
politics2 years ago

Enid, Oklahoma Voters Recall City Commissioner with White Nationalist Ties

Voters in Enid, Oklahoma, have ousted city council member Judd Blevins, who has ties to white nationalism, and elected Cheryl Patterson to fill the seat. Blevins, who admitted to participating in the 2017 Unite the Right rally and having connections to a now-defunct white supremacist group, was narrowly elected last year. The recall effort was led by two Democratic residents in a county where Republicans hold a significant voter registration advantage.

via PBS NewsHour|
#city-council#enid#oklahoma
"Political Fallout: Past Actions Cost Man City Council Seat"
politics2 years ago

"Political Fallout: Past Actions Cost Man City Council Seat"

Enid, Oklahoma city councilman Judd Blevins, who attended the 2017 "Unite the Right" rallies in Charlottesville, faced a recall election after his ties to White nationalism were revealed. Despite initial support, including an impassioned plea from the only Black commissioner on the council, Blevins was ousted in favor of a different conservative candidate, Cheryl Patterson, in a race that has deeply divided the city. Blevins has denied being a White nationalist but has made confusing statements about his past, leading to a contentious debate over forgiveness, accountability, and US history in the city of Enid.

via CNN|
#city-council#enid#oklahoma
"Oklahoma City Official's White Nationalist Ties Spark Recall Election"
politics2 years ago

"Oklahoma City Official's White Nationalist Ties Spark Recall Election"

In Enid, Oklahoma, a recall election is underway for city councilor Judd Blevins, who has ties to white supremacist groups and attended the 2017 Unite the Right rally. The recall effort, led by two local residents, has garnered significant support, with Blevins facing opposition from his opponent, Cheryl Patterson. Despite Blevins' acknowledgment of his past involvement with white nationalist groups, some residents are concerned about the city's reputation and are mobilizing to address the issue.

via The Associated Press|
#city-council#enid#oklahoma