{"title":"Mike German","description":"\u003cp\u003eExplore the incisive works of Mike German, a distinguished author in the field of \u003cem\u003ePolitics \u0026amp; Current Affairs\u003c\/em\u003e. With a background as a former FBI agent, German brings a unique perspective to his writing, offering readers an authoritative take on pressing societal issues.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAmong his noteworthy contributions is the compelling book \u003cem\u003ePolicing White Supremacy\u003c\/em\u003e. In this incisive work, German delves into the challenges and failures of the law enforcement community in effectively addressing white supremacy, drawing from his first-hand experience and extensive research. His writing sheds light on systemic issues within policing and offers critical insights into the mechanisms that perpetuate bias and inequality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eGerman's works are essential for anyone interested in understanding the intricate dynamics of law enforcement and their broader implications in society. His straightforward yet profound analysis helps illuminate complex issues, making his books a valuable resource for both academics and general readers alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDiscover Mike German's impactful collection today and gain a deeper understanding of the social and political currents shaping our world.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"policing-white-supremacy-by-beth-zasloff-9781620977064","title":"Policing White Supremacy","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA former FBI agent's urgent call for law enforcement to prioritise far-right violence and end tolerance for police racism\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn \u003cem\u003ePolicing White Supremacy\u003c\/em\u003e, former FBI agent Mike German, who worked undercover in white supremacist and militia groups, issues a wake-up call about law enforcement's dangerously lax approach to far-right violence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDespite over a hundred deadly acts by far-right militants since the 2017 Unite the Right rally in Charlottesville, and the far right's attempts to obstruct the transfer of power to a duly elected president on January 6, the FBI continues to deprioritise investigations into white supremacist violence, instead targeting marginalised groups such as environmentalists and Black Lives Matter. In 2005, for example, the FBI labelled eco-terrorists as the top domestic threat, despite not a single fatal attack in the United States.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eNoting that the FBI does not even compile accurate national data on white supremacist violence, German also exposes the continuing tolerance of overt racism in law enforcement, and police membership in white supremacist organisations. The threat these officers pose became clear when at least twenty-eight current and former law enforcement officials were alleged to have participated in the 2021 Capitol breach.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWith chapters on \"The Rise of the Proud Boys,\" \"A New Approach to Policing Hate Crimes,\" and \"Policing the Police,\" \u003cem\u003ePolicing White Supremacy\u003c\/em\u003e shows how the lack of transparency and accountability in federal, state, and local law enforcement has eroded public trust and undermined democracy. \"Law Enforcement's Role in Resisting White Supremacy\" points the way forward to a future where far-right violence is recognised and addressed as the true threat it presents to our country.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Hachette Aotearoa New Zealand","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46849743847660,"sku":"9781620977064","price":57.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/3361293482765.jpg?v=1759060464"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.live\/collections\/mike-german.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}