55 min
How to GTFO of a White Nationalist Organization G.T.F.O. The Podcast
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- Personal Journals
Since the Ku Klux Klan first formed in 1865, white supremacist groups in the United States have propagated racism, hatred, and violence. Their extremist ideologies persist in the United States today. According to Statista in 2020, approximately 838 of them are in existence. Those who join such groups differ in backgrounds, families, education level and socioeconomic status. Regardless of upbringing and history, most of these individuals who join seek a sense of belonging and purpose. Therefore, fighting for the same cause. Yet, what if these individuals find they want to leave such a group? How do they find forgiveness from others and also learn to forgive themselves? My guest in this episode, Arno Michaelis, left a white nationalist group 20 years ago through education, forgiveness and human connection. His story will fascinate you, frustrate you and show you that growth and finding and peace is possible.
Since the Ku Klux Klan first formed in 1865, white supremacist groups in the United States have propagated racism, hatred, and violence. Their extremist ideologies persist in the United States today. According to Statista in 2020, approximately 838 of them are in existence. Those who join such groups differ in backgrounds, families, education level and socioeconomic status. Regardless of upbringing and history, most of these individuals who join seek a sense of belonging and purpose. Therefore, fighting for the same cause. Yet, what if these individuals find they want to leave such a group? How do they find forgiveness from others and also learn to forgive themselves? My guest in this episode, Arno Michaelis, left a white nationalist group 20 years ago through education, forgiveness and human connection. His story will fascinate you, frustrate you and show you that growth and finding and peace is possible.
55 min