The Capitol Attack and the 5th Terrorism Wave

The January 6 attack was unique in its target and potential consequences. But the methods employed were common in the 5th Wave where far-right demonstrations became common. They began against President Obama and were then encouraged by President Trump. The article examines those demonstrations, the...

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Main Author: Rapoport, David C. (Author)
Format: Electronic Article
Language:English
Published: 2021
In: Terrorism and political violence
Year: 2021, Volume: 33, Issue: 5, Pages: 912-916
Online Access: Volltext (lizenzpflichtig)
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Keywords:
Biden, Joe
Trump, Donald
Police
Veterans
Antifa
Proud Boys
Oath Keepers
wave
far-rights
Demonstrations
January 6
Charlottesville
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Summary:The January 6 attack was unique in its target and potential consequences. But the methods employed were common in the 5th Wave where far-right demonstrations became common. They began against President Obama and were then encouraged by President Trump. The article examines those demonstrations, the participants, methods, and the difficulties government forces have had in dealing with them.
ISSN:1556-1836
DOI:10.1080/09546553.2021.1932338