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Far Right Co-opts Left’s Language to Reach More of the Discontented

Political Research Associates
Who What Why
There are a myriad of motivations for far-right extremists to incorporate left-wing language, ideologies, and figures into their worldview, ranging from recruitment to genuine influence.
Two men carrying a Boogaloo Boys flag
Press

With Turning Point Faith, pastors use politics as church-growth strategy

Political Research Associates
The Washington Post
One evening in May, hundreds gathered at the cavernous megachurch to attend “Freedom Night in America,” co-organized by Dream City’s leaders and the conservative activist group Turning Point USA.
Charlie Kirk and Kari Lake in the background of an image.
Press

Four controversial doctors helping Republicans attack trans healthcare

Political Research Associates
The Guardian
A wave of new restrictions on gender-affirming care for minors relies on a number of doctors with ties to rightwing groups and little experience treating transgender patients
A man painting grey over a trans flag as a girl watches on.
Press

National Plan Reflects the Debate Over Antisemitism

Political Research Associates
Jewish Currents
While generally promising more of the same, the Biden plan signaled in multiple ways that progressive groups have succeeded in making Jewish politics a contested space.
President Joe Biden standing in front of the American flag talking into a mic.
Press

How Paul Gosar Became An Icon To Those In The Modern Fascist Movement

Political Research Associates
Turning Points Memo
Earlier this month, Talking Points Memo identified a chain of evidence that strongly suggested Rep. Paul Gosar’s (R-AZ) digital director, Wade Searle, was involved with a group of social media profiles that were enmeshed with the Groypers
a collage of Paul Gosar in various poses
Press

Charlie Kirk’s TPUSA Teamed Up With a Registered Sex Offender

Political Research Associates
Rolling Stone
Kirk decried the sexualization of kids at his Pastors Summit. The founder of one of its sponsors was convicted of attempted “coercion and enticement” of a minor
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Press

The viral and misogynistic Dating Talk podcast platforms right-wing media figures

Political Research Associates
Media Matters
Dating Talk appears to be attempting to emulate other anti-women and anti-LGBTQ “manosphere” shows like the Fresh & Fit podcastDating Talk appears to be attempting to emulate other anti-women and anti-LGBTQ “manosphere” shows like the Fresh & Fit podcast
a collage of two people talking into mics
Press

What Josh Hawley and the Right Get Wrong About Manhood

Political Research Associates
Washington Monthly
The Republican senator identifies a real crisis among American men and boys that some on the left deny. But like other conservatives, he’s looking for scapegoats, not solutions, and recruits instead of results.
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Press

Fascism Is Rising, But It Does Not Have to Be Our Future

Political Research Associates
Truthout
Most organizers are exhausted, striving to balance the impossible load of community crises, family crises and urgent campaigns. Addressing long-term visionary campaign work can feel particularly challenging.
a group of people holding up signs supporting LGBTQ rights.
Press

A right-wing, Macedonia-linked site appears to have partnered with multiple QAnon figures to promote its content

Political Research Associates
Media Matters
Resist the Mainstream — a right-wing site founded and run by a native of North Macedonia — appears to have partnered with at least a dozen QAnon influencers.
A collage that says "north Macedonia" and "Resist the Mainstream"
Press