How far can a person go, what is he ready for the sake of his ideals? World history knows many examples of human cruelty in the name of a common goal. Can modern society repel aggression and what threatens our peaceful tomorrow?
The art of driving
Human freedom is a relative concept. Most of us have the right to choose our fate, environment, occupation, but one thing remains unchanged - we are all subordinate, some more, some less. We are dependent on the authorities, on relatives, families, children, on God. So it has been for centuries. It'll be this way forever. Power, as one of the instincts, is in the depths of each person’s subconscious. Life circumstances can, to one degree or another, extract these instincts, making us vulnerable. However, not everyone has the ability to rule. After all, what is power? This is, first of all, strength of mind, will and gift of persuasion. In order to manage, you need to be able to captivate, you need to say so that they follow you. Such people, as a rule, are quite dangerous for society, because it is completely unknown what goals they can pursue and what sacrifices they are willing to make to achieve them.
The most striking example in the history of mankind will forever remain Adolf Hitler. It was his superpowers that completely changed not only the geographical map of the world, but also the entire course of history.
The ideology of Nazism
It was Hitler that modern philosophy owed the appearance of such a trend as Nazism. The purity of the nation, anti-Semitism and xenophobia, chauvinism and homophobia are just a few features that characterize the Nazi movement. Nazism is a totalitarian form of government, implying one faith, one leader, one state and one nation. Despite the official ban, Nazism continues to exist even many decades after the death of its ideological leader.
Modern Nazism bears the same name, however, with the prefix neo, and has a slightly different ideology. The main idea of modern neo-Nazis is still the struggle for the purity of the race. In this regard, racial hatred and ethnic discrimination are increasing. A modern neo-Nazi is not only a young shaven-headed youth shouting insulting slogans against representatives of various nationalities and religious concessions. Many parties, calling themselves ultra-right, right-wing, represent the interests of neo-Nazis in the parliaments of many states. And not only in Europe, but almost all over the world.
Homeland of Neo-Nazism
Despite the fact that almost 70 years have passed since the end of World War II, modern Germany is still ashamed of the fact that it was she who became the cradle of world evil. This fact has largely led to the rejection by the Germans of neo-Nazi ideologies. Of course, one cannot deny the fact that in Germany there are right-wing parties, however, they have support mainly from young people in the eastern part of the country.
Neo-Nazis in Germany and their activities are constantly under the close supervision of not only the police, but also ordinary citizens. The state, on the legislative level, is fighting the manifestations of Nazism, prohibiting ultra-right parties and Nazi symbols. But despite the prohibitions, Nazi literature, video and audio materials continue to seep across the borders, attracting new fresh forces to the ranks of the Nazis.
How about us?
Despite the horror that our compatriots had to endure during the war, neo-Nazism flourishes both in the vastness of Eastern Europe and in the post-Soviet space. Neo-Nazis in Russia began to appear almost immediately after the collapse of the Union, when a flood of immigrants from neighboring countries poured in. The idea of “Russian unity”, as well as the slogan “Russia for Russians”, became the main engine of the neo-Nazi movement in Russia. In Slovakia, for example, right-wing radical activists periodically attack Roma, and in Lithuania and Estonia, neo-Nazi organizations enjoy the protection of the authorities. The actions of Lithuanian neo-Nazis are aimed at discriminating against the Russian people and the Communist Party. But perhaps the most extreme appearance of neo-Nazism was in Ukraine. Ukrainian neo-Nazis are not only against Russia and its citizens, they are trying to ban the Russian language, which, incidentally, is native to more than 20 million Ukrainians.
Challenging 90s
It was the 90s that began the rapid development of neo-Nazism in the countries of the former USSR. This is due primarily to the fall of communist ideals. All the values that were common for a simple Soviet person suddenly disappeared, leaving in return the rudiments of a new, European civilization, which most citizens were not ready to accept. The financial crisis played an important role in the development of modern youth in the 1990s, when a family called upon to guard moral principles and raise the younger generation in the spirit of universal love and harmony threw all their energy into the extraction of daily bread. The children, left unattended, rushed into all serious, including youth movements. For many adolescents of that time, neo-Nazism, neo-Nazi is the path to purity and justice. This is the only way to declare yourself and achieve something. Many sought elementary attention and respect and, of course, found it among the same frustrated and frightened teenagers.
In 1992, a skinhead organization appeared in Moscow. It consisted of young skinny people from 13 to 19 years old. Their activity was mainly aimed at combating the "colored". The most dangerous skinheads were for students from African countries, Vietnam, China and Korea. However, already in 1994, all immigrants from Georgia, Armenia, and Azerbaijan fell into the “risk group”. This was due to the first Chechen campaign. By the end of the 90s, the ranks of neo-Nazis were joined by soldiers serving in Chechnya, the movement became more visible, and the actions of the radicals more brutal. Crimes against representatives of other nationalities are evidenced by facts that are published by the neo-Nazis themselves - photos and videos, audio materials. All this becomes the evidence base during high-profile trials.
"Freedom"
Next came the neo-Nazis of Ukraine. The most radical-minded party operating in Ukraine is VO “Freedom”. Starting its activity in Western Ukraine, “Freedom” gradually shifted to the center, taking leading positions in Ukrainian politics. The leader of Freedom, Oleg Tyagnibok, put forward his candidacy for the post of head of state during an extraordinary election campaign. The Freedom Party firmly strengthened its position among the population of the central and northern parts of Ukraine. Leaders of radical political movements occupy leading positions in the Ukrainian parliament. Naturally, this cannot but affect the country's foreign policy.
The result of the work of ultra-right forces is the celebration of the 100th anniversary of the birth of Stepan Bandera, who was the main accomplice of the Nazis in Ukraine during the Great Patriotic War. The rehabilitation of the soldiers of the Ukrainian Insurgent Army and the holding of competitions with UPA symbols more than eloquently speak of the true state of affairs. Ukrainian neo-Nazi is an average Ukrainian who hates everything that at least indirectly reminds of Russia.
Manifestations of neo-Nazism in Russia
In recent years, this movement in Russia has acquired a national dimension. Neo-Nazis of Russia are not only citizens with a mature civic position, but also artists. In addition, the direction of neo-Nazi organizations is gradually expanding. If in the 90s it was limited to hooligan attacks on representatives of other races, today we can talk about the threat of terrorism. Every year, the number of people who died in Russia at the hands of radicals increases by 30%. But another thing is scary. Surveys among the population show that 60% of respondents show signs of racial intolerance. It turns out that more than half of ordinary citizens of Russia support the ideas of neo-Nazis.
Modern neo-Nazi is a skillful weapon in the hands of experienced politicians who are opposed to power. Playing on patriotic feelings helps to realize political ambitions, achieve goals. Right-wing party leaders striving for big politics are determined to create a single party that, in their opinion, could cleanse Russia.
Russian patriots
Youth right-wing organizations in modern Russia have a number of features by which one can distinguish a neo-Nazi organization from left-wing or pro-government. Right-wing groups cannot exist outside the political system.
Their activities are led and sponsored by politicians who are opposed to the current government, and is its alternative. To prohibit the activities of such organizations and parties does not make sense. There is hardly any politician who can eradicate neo-Nazism. The ban itself will only strengthen the position of the radicals, making peaceful dialogue and control over them impossible. Right-wing youth movements have a negative attitude to Western pop culture and the European way of life. Instead of the forbidden creativity of Western groups and performers, their own musical movements are created, access to which is strictly limited. Russian neo-Nazis put ethnos at the forefront. Meeting the needs of the race that dominates the territory of Russia, namely the Russians, is a paramount task.
