Understanding How Young Men Get Into And Out Of Violent Extremism

When it comes to hate groups and extremist groups in America and beyond, many members are young men. But what draws them to these groups in the first place…and what keeps them from leaving? While political and economic factors are often considered, our guest says it’s time to hone in on another factor: the constructs of masculinity. This hour, we look at the role gender and threatened masculinity plays in the radicalization of young men, and how understanding that can help us better prevent boys and men from turning to hate.