Explore the complex motivations and backgrounds of Westerners who join ISIS in this thought-provoking interview with journalist Graeme Wood. Delve into the story of John Georgelas, a high-ranking American ISIS fighter, and examine the factors that drive individuals from privileged backgrounds to embrace extremist ideologies. Gain insights into the beliefs, recruitment tactics, and organizational structure of ISIS, while considering the challenges in countering their influence. Analyze the role of the Internet, mosques, and media in radicalization, and contemplate the future of ISIS and potential strategies to prevent further recruitment of Western individuals.
Overview
Syllabus
Intro
How did you become a reporter
Who is John Lewis
How important is John Lewis
Who are the leaders
Intellectual rigor
What does ISIS want
My view
How do they rationalize brutality
How do they react
The Internet
The mosque
Suicide bombers
Middle class men
Islam
Media
Future of ISIS
Question Comments
Taught by
The Aspen Institute
