As anti-abortion extremists come into contact with common-law advocates, 'Patriots,' Christian Identity adherents and others, the movement explodes with violence. Read the stories of nurse Emily Lyons, permanently blinded and disabled by a shrapnel-packed bomb and officer 'Sande' Sanderson, killed in the same attack on a Birmingham clinic.
Wrath of 'Angels'
As anti-abortion extremists come into contact with common-law advocates, 'Patriots,' Christian Identity adherents and others, the movement explodes with violence. Read the stories of nurse Emily Lyons, permanently blinded and disabled by a shrapnel-packed bomb and officer 'Sande' Sanderson, killed in the same attack on a Birmingham clinic.
In This Issue
Jury Decision Against Ku Klux Klan Makes for Day of Reckoning
Record judgment cripples Klan group
In the largest judgment ever awarded against a hate group, the S.C. Christian Knights of the Ku Klux Klan and others have been ordered to pay $37.8 million for their roles in the arson of a black church.
Anti-Abortion Bombings Related
'Patriots' and racists converge
By Frederick Clarkson
In today's extreme anti-abortion circles, 'Patriots' and racists join existing members, with explosive results.
Far-Right Radio Hate Speech Booming
Despite Internet, far-right radio is booming
By Carla Brooks Johnston
Despite the popularity of the Internet, far-right radio is booming.
Aryan Nations Leader Richard Girnt Butler in Final Days of Life
A life of hate, and the future in the balance
Richard Girnt Butler, the founder of both the Church of Jesus Christ Christian and the Aryan Nations, though in the twilight of his days remains an important figure on the radical right.
More Features
Anti-Abortion Loyalists Continue to Support Eric Robert Rudolph
As anti-abortion extremists cross over from rhetoric to violence, Report editor Mark Potok wonders if the rule of law is considered relevant to the public debate.
Anti-Abortion Movement Marches On After Two Decades of Arson, Bombs and Murder
Two decades of arson, bombs and murder
By Frederick Clarkson
As the hardcore wing of the anti-abortion movement becomes smaller, its extremism increases — leading to increased violence.
Abortion Clinic Bombing Victim Emily Lyons Speaks Out
A terrorist's bombing victim speaks out
Emily Lyons, the victim of an 'Army of God' bombing at a Birmingham, Ala., women's clinic, describes her horrific experience in this interview.
Wife of Murdered Police Officer Robert ‘Sande’ Sanderson Discusses How Her Life Changed After Her Husband’s Death in Birmingham Clinic Bombing
Felecia Sanderson, wife of murdered police officer Robert 'Sande' Sanderson, discusses how her life has changed after her husband's death in the Birmingham clinic bombing.
Minuteman Paul Chastain Arrested For Weapons Deal
Militiaman arrested in drugs-for-weapons deal
Militiaman Paul Chastain has been arrested in a drugs-for-weapons deal.
The Voices of Radical Radio
Judgment Against Neo-Nazi William Pierce Upheld
The judgment against neo-Nazi William Pierce for his part in helping the COTC evade payment for the death of Harold Mansfield stands.
Briefs
Attempt to Assassinate Clinton Fails
Manhunt for Two Antigovernment Extremists
Four Montana Freemen Found Guilty
Kehoe Allegedly Murdered Accomplice
In Any Color, It Was Still Koernke
Sixth Man in Anti-SPLC Plot Faces Trial
McVeigh on 'Barbarians'
Texas Group Planned 'Capital'
Hate Crime Legislation
Hate Crime Legislation