A man tied to the "sovereign citizens" movement, along with his son, murders two police officers in Arkansas; the top 10 conspiracy theories of the "Patriot" movement are detailed; and a Russian news program with a global reach pushes conspiracy theories about the U.S.
'Sovereign' Citizen Kane
A man tied to the "sovereign citizens" movement, along with his son, murders two police officers in Arkansas; the top 10 conspiracy theories of the "Patriot" movement are detailed; and a Russian news program with a global reach pushes conspiracy theories about the U.S.
In This Issue
'Sovereign' Citizen Kane
Cop-killers Jerry and Joe Kane were members of a rapidly growing radical-right movement that may now be 300,000 strong
'Patriot' Paranoia: A Look at the Top Ten Conspiracy Theories
With the resurgence of antigovernment militias has come an upsurge in conspiracy theories. What are these Patriot beliefs?
Russian TV Channel Pushes 'Patriot' Conspiracy Theories
An English-language Russian TV channel is working to spread 'Patriot' conspiracy theories about the U.S. worldwide
Clothing Company with Racist Ties Banned by MMA Leagues
After sponsoring several fighters, a California clothing firm with ties to racist skinheads is banned by mixed martial arts leagues
More Features
The Paranoid Style: Conspiracy Theories Gain Traction
Here Comes the Judge
In Harlem, a vitriolic pastor leads a 'trial' that ends in the conviction of the president. Who knew?
Seeing Evil: A Scholar Discusses Conspiracy Theories in America
Scholar Michael Barkun discusses conspiracy theories and the dangers they pose to the political process
Murdered Officers Part of Deadly Trend
The Sovereigns: Leaders of the Movement
The Sovereigns: A Dictionary of the Peculiar
Adherents of the "sovereign citizens" movement and of sovereign financial scams like "redemption" are known for their bizarre use of language and Byzantine belief system
The Sovereigns: Tips for Law Enforcement
Common traits of sovereign citizens that law enforcement officers can and should be on the alert for
Briefs
As Gulf Oil Spreads, So Do Slippery Conspiracy Theories
One conspiracy theory after another has bubbled to the surface since millions of gallons of oil began spewing into the Gulf of Mexico after an explosion on an oil rig.
In Tennessee, a 'Patriot' Uprising Collapses
Members of antigovernment "Patriot" groups allegedly plotted to take over the Tennessee town of Madisonville recently.
A Murder, Major Drug Charges and a Plotted Killing for Hire Vex White Supremacists
Racist leaders have been bedeviled lately by tabloid-worthy developments.
Pols, Nativists Make Common Cause With Gay-Bashers
Fox News Personalities Reaching for New Lows
Fox News continues to give the words "fair and balanced" a whole new meaning.
Oath Keepers Group Battered by Members' Arrests
Oath Keepers, a two-year-old organization that encourages police officers and soldiers to disobey orders that may be unconstitutional, has long contended that it is about nothing more than protecting Americans' freedoms.
Pipe-Bombing of Crowded Mosque Latest Anti-Muslim Attack
Another Researcher Apparently Targeted for Death
Animal rights extremists may be responsible for cutting the brake lines of a marine biologist's car, believing the researcher conducted animal experiments.
Minuteman Founder Accused of Family Violence, Again
Marital bliss continues to elude Minuteman founder Chris Simcox.
Hate in the Mainstream
A collection of quotes regarding race and hate
The Blotter: Fall 2010
Updates on Extremism and the Law
Project Rise Up