Antonella Marty: "Es muy fácil pasar del discurso de odio al crimen de odio” - Correo del Orinoco

Antonella Marty: “Es muy fácil pasar del discurso de odio al crimen de odio” - Correo del Orinoco Political analyst Antonella Marty, in her book La nueva derecha, explores the global rise of right-wing movements, highlighting their tendency to merge religion with politics, a dangerous combination she equates to historical toxic links. Marty, who identifies as a progressive liberal, critiques these movements for their anti-communist rhetoric, which she argues is a cover for attacking feminism, LGBTQ+ rights, and other progressive causes, ultimately normalizing hate speech and potentially inciting violence. She observes that these groups often present themselves as divinely appointed, using a ‘battle for culture’ to impose a specific moral and social order, reminiscent of past McCarthyism. Marty emphasizes the need to critically examine religious doctrines often invoked by these movements, noting their exclusionary and intolerant aspects. She calls for a vindication of atheism as a counterpoint to the politicization of religion. Marty identifies the “newness” of these right-wing movements in their global organization and sophisticated use of social media, while their core ideology recycles historical reactionary themes. She warns that this movement, driven by narcissistic leaders seeking validation, poses a significant threat to democracies by attacking independent journalism and fostering a climate of bullying and division, particularly targeting women who challenge traditional norms.

• The “new right” presents a historical debate between the mystical and the rational, potentially leading to a “Messiah” figure aiming to eradicate “woke” elements.
• Antonella Marty’s book, La nueva derecha, analyzes the global rise of neo-reactionary movements and the danger of separating religion from power.
• Marty criticizes the new right’s claim to liberalism, stating they oppose communism/socialism but actually attack progressive causes like feminism and LGBTQ+ rights.
• These movements normalize hate speech, posing a risk of escalating to hate crimes.
• The structure of the new right resembles religions, presenting themselves as God’s representatives and using a “cultural battle” to impose a conservative social order.
• Marty advocates for questioning religious rhetoric used by the new right, which she describes as often intolerant and exclusionary.
• The “cultural battle” is a moral dispute aimed at imposing a Western, Christian culture and eliminating anything that challenges it.
• The novel aspect of the new right lies in their global organization, articulated political parties, and use of social media, while recycling historical themes.
• The movement is characterized by narcissistic leaders who seek power to fulfill personal voids, leading to a dangerous, vindictive approach.
• A key threat to democracy is the attack on independent journalism and the normalization of bullying and “the right to offend” under the guise of free speech.