Extremist Groups Flourish In Northwest U.S.

American Voices • Opinion • ISSUE 47•28 • Jul 11, 2011

As the economy continues to falter, militias and hate groups are on the rise in the American Northwest. What do you think?

“I know the tough economy makes such views more appealing, but it can be just as rewarding to be in a hate group in boom times.”
Damon Rushkoff –
Systems Analyst
“I see, and these hate groups, how much do they pay?”
Umi McDowell –
Unemployed
“"With scenic backdrops like Glacier National Park, it definitely sounds like a beautiful place to go and hate people.”
Rich Ball –
Town Clerk

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