Consider This from NPR The Growing Overlap Between The Far-Right And Environmentalism
Mar 31, 2022
The podcast dives into the surprising connections between far-right ideologies and environmentalism, revealing a growing trend of eco-fascism. Researchers discuss how climate change may intensify these troubling links. The history of American conservation reveals racial undercurrents, showcasing moments of backlash against diversity. A representative from the Sierra Club bravely addresses the organization's past racism, highlighting a need for education against exclusionary narratives. The dialogue challenges listeners to reassess the implications of these complex intersections.
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Blair Taylor's Activism
- Blair Taylor, once a radical environmental activist, participated in the 1999 WTO protests in Seattle.
- He engaged in extreme measures like locking himself to a tripod to disrupt logging and protect natural areas.
Racist Roots of Environmentalism
- Taylor's research revealed a racist history within the environmental movement, linking nature preservation with white supremacy.
- This discovery prompted him to shift his focus to researching right-wing environmentalism and eco-fascism.
Far-Right Environmentalism
- The intersection of far-right movements and environmentalism is larger than many realize and is expanding.
- Some within the far-right now use environmental arguments, like opposing immigration due to alleged environmental damage.
