#501 : What we need to know about the threat of far right extremist violence

A perfect storm. What we need to know about the threat of far right extremist violence as election day draws near. Plus Bill Press on the latest presidential polls, the state of the race, and what’s still at play.   An extended conversation with Brian Levin, director of the Center for the Study of Hate and Extremism at California State University San Bernardino. And Bill Press with Larry Sabato, founder and director of the University of Virginia Center for Politics and Sabato’s Crystal Ball.   Brian Levin - Pt 1 In the wake of the reported plot to kidnap Michigan Democratic Governor Gretchen Whitmer, attention has turned to what we know about the threat of violent extremism in our current political climate. Before that news broke, we spoke with one of the most trusted voices on hate and extremism in America about the nature of that threat, the role of white supremacy, and why a major election creates a moment of even greater risk.   Brian Levin - Pt 2 We’re speaking with Brian Levin, director of the Center for the Study of Hate and Extremism at California State University San Bernardino. And we turn the conversation to how to confront hate and extremism.   Larry Sabato Larry Sabato, founder and director of the University of Virginia Center for Politics and Sabato’s Crystal Ball, tells Bill Press what he expects out of this unprecedented campaign season. If you'd like to hear the entire interview, visit Bill Presspods.com.   Jim Hightower Meet a race-baiting ventriloquist