SOCI 301 White Power Movements and Ideologies

This class offers a critical overview of contemporary white power movements in the United States. It concerns itself specifically with the ideologies variously identified as white supremacist, white separatist, and white nationalist, unpacking the rhetorical strategies, political tactics, and conceptual frameworks uniting them. Along the way, we will learn explore the importance of religion, nationalism, and globalization. We approach white power in three unique ways. First, centered on the U.S., readings and discussions offers a close readings of the content and context of the racial theories and political movements animating it. Second, we seek to go beyond “hate,” recognizing it as an impediment to understanding that psychologizes and individualizes collective and structural phenomena. Third, whereas white power is routinely conceived of as extreme, readings and discussions demonstrate its interpenetrations with more mainstream ideologies and practices.

Repeatable: N
SS DEI
Requirements JR Standing or Above (JR)
Minimum Credits 3 Maximum Credits 3