The assassination of Dr. Barnett Slepian, obstetrician, shot through the window of his home because he supported women's right to chose abortion. The litany could go on and on. Code words disguise racial issues and shape public discourse. Phrases such as illegal aliens and special interests have become wedges used to block alliances. Such language appeals to those disinclined to embrace overtly racist politics but inattentive to power imbalances.
Overt bigotry is back in fashion.
The White Aryan Resistance encourages its members to use racist music to recruit new believers. It's good propaganda, and can influence more people than a speech, says the White Aryan Resistance. One can purchase the culture of hate as portrayed in movies, on TV, on the radio by shock jock DJs such as Howard Stern and Don Imus. Some purveyors of hate argue they do not intend to injure anyone. But intentions are not the sole issue.