Dr. Amy Cooter on the American Militia Movement

In this episode of Guns Unpacked, we are joined by Dr. Amy Cooter, the Director of Research academic development and innovation at the Center on Terrorism, Extremism and Counterterrorism at the Middlebury Institute, to talk about her recent book Nostalgia, Nationalism and the US Militia Movement. Dr. Cooter discusses the militia movement, its political significance, and the role of firearms training. She also explores the links between conspiracism and white supremacy, especially the impact of social media and cultural stereotypes. Dr. Cooter emphasizes the role of nostalgia and masculinity for militia members and its ability in unifying conservative factions and the complexities involved with addressing militia activities.

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