Victoria has become the first state in Australia to officially ban the use of the Nazi swastika symbol, though certain uses will be exempt on religious, cultural or educational grounds.

To the Extreme: Symbol of hate

A healthy democratic community makes space for a broad range of perspectives, but what happens to society when people who feel unheard and disenfranchised are drawn further towards the fringes? In this series from SBS News we look at the enduring issues of extremism and terrorism. Why do people join extremist movements? What are the risks and politics of the far right? And how are governments and international agencies tackling the threat of terrorism after high profile incidents like the US Capitol insurrection and the Christchurch massacre?

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To the Extreme: Symbol of hate

To the Extreme: Symbol of hate