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We tackle the issues of right-wing extremism, conspiracy theories, political violence, and their intersection with mainstream politics. All from a Canadian perspective.

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I am a writer and wannabe academic. I have a BA in Political Studies from the University of Saskatchewan. I am currently enrolled in the Master's program there, working on a project that examines the intersection of right-wing extremism and mainstream politics, with a focus on the Canadian prairie provinces.

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