Examining Online Indicators of Extremism in Violent Right-Wing Extremist Forums

Ryan Scrivens, Amanda Isabel Osuna, Steven M. Chermak, Michael A. Whitney and Richard Frank

Studies in Conflict and Terrorism, 2023, vol. 46, issue 11, 2149-2173

Abstract: Although many law enforcement and intelligence agencies are concerned about online communities known to facilitate violent right-wing extremism, little is empirically known about the presence of extremist ideologies, expressed grievances, or violent mobilization efforts that make up these spaces. In this study, we conducted a content analysis of a sample of postings from two of the most conspicuous right-wing extremist forums known for facilitating violent extremism, Iron March and Fascist Forge. We identified a number of noteworthy posting patterns within and across forums that may assist law enforcement and intelligence agencies in identifying credible threats online.

Date: 2023
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DOI: 10.1080/1057610X.2021.1913818

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