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Inside America’s “Militias”: from the KKK to the Oath Keepers – CNN
America’s self-styled militias have roots dating back to the KKK’s formation during Reconstruction. In the latest “Reality Check with John Avlon: Extremist Beat,” CNN’s Sara Sidner joins Avlon as they trace this history, from the Minutemen of the 1960’s to … Continue reading
The Political Roots of the Anti-vax Movement – CNN
Anti-vax resistance has been around for years. In its current form, anti-vaxxers have now seized control of the message, overshadowing Trump’s endorsements of a vaccine his administration was responsible for developing. In the latest “Reality Check with John Avlon: Extremist … Continue reading
The Reason We’re Becoming More Extreme – CNN
The psychology of extremism can help explain how our society has turned into a 24/7 culture war. The latest “Reality Check with John Avlon: Extremist Beat” examines the science between what’s causing people on the left and right to grow … Continue reading
Inside Cults: How People Get In & How They Got Out – CNN
Cults of personality, conspiracy theories, religious cults, & political extremism draw different people down rabbit holes – so how do you reach them? On the latest “Reality Check with John Avlon: Extremist Beat,” Avlon talks to CNN’s Elle Reeve and … Continue reading
The Rise of White identity Politics – CNN
Conservatives complain about ‘identity politics.’ But the most politically influential form of identity politics is arguably white identity politics. In the latest “Reality Check with John Avlon: Extremist Beat,” Avlon traces its origins from the blatant racism of the KKK … Continue reading
The roots of QAnon run deeper than you think – CNN
The roots of QAnon run deeper than you think, tapping into centuries-old conspiracy theories with echoes of anti-Semitic and anti-Catholic bigotry. In the latest “Reality Check with John Avlon: Extremist Beat,” Avlon traces how far back these false beliefs go … Continue reading
President Trump’s American Carnage – CNN
“There is now no question that Donald Trump will go down as the worst president in American history,” says after rioters stormed the Capitol. “This was an attempted coup, encouraged by the President … designed to stop the peaceful transfer … Continue reading
John Avlon Speaks With Rick Wilson and Maya MacGuineas – CNN
Sen. Ben Sasse (R-NE) wrote on Facebook that he has been urging his Republican colleagues to “reject” objecting the certification process of the Electoral College and President-elect Joe Biden’s victory, adding that talk of objecting the process is a “dangerous … Continue reading
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Trump Threatened Georgia Election Officials to Find Votes – CNN
Astonishing new evidence of a desperate President Donald Trump caught on tape trying to steal the election exposes the depth of his corruption and makes his Republican Capitol Hill allies complicit in his bid to thwart the will of voters. … Continue reading
How This Quote from Abraham Lincoln Relates to Trump’s Base – CNN
CNN’s John Avlon explains how a quote from President Abraham Lincoln, made during a time when America was bitterly divided, applies to President Trump’s attacks on the US presidential election. ??
It’s Donald Trump vs. democracy. Which side are you on? – CNN
If there was any ever doubt, by now it should be clear: This is Donald Trump vs. Democracy. Amid the final flurry of conspiracy theories, which have translated into frivolous lawsuits and desperate political gambits, Trump campaign lawyer Jenna Ellis … Continue reading
John Avlon Takes a Look at US Election Results – CNN
CNN’s John Avlon breaks down the 2020 US election results, comparing president-elect Joe Biden’s performance to Hillary Clinton’s in 2016. ?
Avlon Takes Apart Trump’s Claims of Election Fraud – CNN
CNN’s John Avlon breaks down President Donald Trump’s claims of voter fraud in the 2020 presidential election as he refuses to concede to President-elect Joe Biden. ?
Here’s Why Investigations Have Never Gone Trump’s Way – CNN
CNN’s John Avlon breaks down eight baseless accusations by President Donald Trump and how past investigations could not corroborate his claims. ?
What It Means if Donald Trump Loses the Election – CNN
CNN’s John Avlon breaks down the stakes for President Donald Trump in the upcoming 2020 US election and what it could mean if he loses. ?
Proud Boys See Trump’s Comments as an Endorsement – CNN
CNN’s John Avlon goes over President Trump’s past chances to speak out against white supremacy in America, and how often he balked at opportunities, and did not like it when he actually did. ?
President Trump’s Sickness is a Karmic Twist – CNN
With President Trump’s coronavirus diagnosis, CNN’s John Avlon looks back at the times Trump has previously attacked his opponents’ health. Democratic presidential nominee Joe Biden’s campaign has paused attack ads during this time. President Trump’s campaign has not. ?
The White House is a Covid-19 Hotspot – CNN
CNN’s John Avlon breaks down the timeline of events leading up to President Trump leaving the Walter Reed medical center to return to the White House, despite the fact that he is likely contagious with Covid-19, according to his doctor. … Continue reading
2020 is the Most Litigated Election Ever, Already – CNN
CNN’s John Avlon looks into President Trump’s claims of voter fraud both by mail and in person voting. ?
Donald Trump Is a Drag on the Ticket – CNN
CNN’s John Avlon looks at 2020 election races across the nation and how the “Donald Drag” could hurt some GOP candidates. ?