Extremism

Question 1

extremism

Answer 1

to violate “common moral standards”, particularly in religion or politics; considered far outside mainstream ideology

Question 2

radicalism

Answer 2

Devoted to altering social structures through revolutionary ways and changing value systems in fundamental ways

Question 3

fundamentalism

Answer 3

1. Strict literalism to certain scriptures dogmas or ideologies
2. Maintain strong in-group and out-group distinctions. Us vs. Them
3. Emphasis on Purity
4. Desire to return to a previous ideal from which members have strayed
5. Rejection of diversity of opinion as applied to “fundamentals” and their interpretation.

Question 4

common characteristics of extremism

Answer 4

against any and all compromise, entirely sure of their position, advocate and use violence to achieve their ends, intolerant of internal dissent, nationalistic, demonize others,

Question 5

where does extremism come from

Answer 5

Persistent experiences of oppression, insecurity, resentment, loss, and rage