A new report takes a nuanced look at some of the behaviours and cultural norms surrounding the nascent Internet-based far-right group

A new report from the researchers at New York-based think tank Data & Society takes a close and nuanced look at some of the behaviours and cultural norms of the “alt-right”, particularly when it comes to the manipulation of the media.



Whether it’s Gamergate, Breitbart or sad anime nazis on Twitter, the main thing members have in common isn’t just extreme views such as white nationalism and misogyny, but also a shared nihilism and a desire to disrupt the process. This is about a lot more than just “fake news”.

Dr Alice Marwick, one of the report’s authors, speaks to Leigh Alexander.

