Data Shows North Carolina Is Home To 43, Yes 43 Active Hate Groups
I know extremist and hate groups exist. But I’ve always believed this was narrative enhanced by the media to seem as though it is a bigger problem than it really is. But I recently came across some data, that definitely made me think. The data comes from an organization I was unfamiliar with until now- the SPLC. According to the organization’s website, the “SPLC is a catalyst for racial justice in the South and beyond, working in partnership with communities to dismantle white supremacy, strengthen intersectional movements, and advance the human rights of all people.” An integral part of what SPLC does documenting is hate and antigovernment extremist groups across the United States. And in the data collected representing 2023 North Carolina has 43 confirmed (by the SPLC) hate groups.
The SPLC was founded in 1971 by civil rights lawyers Morris Dees and Joseph Levin Jr. They have been a part of many civil rights lawsuits throughout the group’s existence. And their work in documenting and recognizing hate groups is a part of the Intelligence Project. The ongoing project is “internationally known for tracking and exposing the activities of hate groups and other domestic extremists.”
The groups they have traced to North Carolina include names you’re probably familiar with like The Proud Boys and even reportedly a chapter of the Klu Klux Klan. Other organizations the SPLC claims are hate groups including Mom’s of Liberty (multiple chapters), North Carolina Parents Involved In Education, and the Watchmen. I’m not here to convince you that all these groups are hate groups in the true sense of the word. Some undoubtedly are. Others I suspect may just have differing perhaps slightly extreme political views.
Full disclosure I am simply reporting the data I came across. I have not researched these groups, and do not know enough to offer my opinion. Nor is, or should, my opinion be of any concern to anyone. I also cannot confirm or deny the existence of these groups within the state. And while I believe there are certainly people with hateful opinions, in the words of Luke Bryan “I believe most people are good”. I believe you should be kind to everyone you meet. Whether you agree with them on every issue or not. It shouldn’t matter. All that matters is we are all human. We all deserve love and respect. And the best way to get that in return is to show it to those around you.
So while this data may show that North Carolina has 43 hate groups, I don’t believe that represents our state. If you’re interested in where this data came from or want to read more you can find it here.
These Are The Most Dangerous, Violent Crime Ridden Cities In North Carolina
57. Winston Salem, NC
Winston-Salem, North Carolina, USA Downtown Skyline.
The Triad’s Winston-Salem is the most dangerous city in North Carolina. Here there is a violent crime rate of 11.4 (per 1,000 residents) and a 1 in 87 chance of being a victim.
83. Fayetteville, NC
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We have to skip a few spots down the list to find the next NC city named one of the most dangerous- Fayetteville. They are doing better with just a 1 in 103 chance of being a victim and a violent crime rate of 9.7.
86. Goldsboro, NC
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Three spots down from Fayetteville is Goldsboro. Goldboro brings to the table the same 1 in 103 chance of being a victim. The city barely beats Fayetteville though with an 8.6 violent crime rate.
100. Rocky Mount
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Rocky Mount you almost squeaked by without making the list. You were so close. Your 1 in 107 chance of being a victim and 9.3 violent crime rate make you the best of the worst in North Carolina.
