Two Myths to be Discarded
When aspiring leaders of a political movement privately normalize calls for rape or praise genocide, those views won’t stay private forever.
In this moment in American history, two dominant myths must be discarded, especially in light of the shocking revelations about leadership of some Young Republican groups and their “private” text messages.
Myth 1: Private Speech has No Political Consequences
Leaked or not, such rhetoric shapes recruitment, peer norms and the ideological boundaries of the movement.
The normalization of extremism within inner circles nudges the center of gravity outward, making it more difficult for mainstream conservatives to cleanse their institutions of intolerance.
Myth 2: Isolated Bad Apples
Yes, individuals are responsible for their speech.
But the frequency, coordination and shared ownership of these messages suggest something deeper: a permissive culture in parts of the conservative youth movement.
those views won’t stay private forever
Author's summary: Discarding myths in American politics.
More News
- Keanu Reeves Just Responded to Those Alexandra Grant Marriage Rumors
- Nico Paz decisive: Juve loses in Como before Bernabéu visit
- Guillermo del Toro’s “Frankenstein” brought to life by masterful craft
- YOUR SUNDAY READING LIST: Emergency Nudity, ICE on Parade, and Portland's Hero Frogs
- Como 2-0 Juventus: Nico Paz puts toothless Old Lady to the torch
- Leylah Fernandez lifts fifth career title with Japan Open win