A New Era of Hate

Explore a critical 44-minute invited tutorial from FAT* 2019 that delves into the evolving landscape of hate movements in the digital age. Chaired by Bo Cowgill from Columbia University, this session features insights from Keegan Hankes and Swathi Shanmugasundaram of the Southern Poverty Law Center (SPLC). Examine the shift of hate groups from physical hierarchies to online platforms, analyzing the trends and spikes in their activities across the United States. Gain understanding of online propaganda's role in inciting real-world violence and discuss the urgent need for tech companies to improve their enforcement measures against hate speech and extremist content.