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Addressing Hate: Opening the Library

Slurs, Dogwhistles, & Conspiracy Theories

  • ((()))

    FOUNDER

    The echoes were popularized in the middle 2010’s to signify that the user/peoples mentioned within the ‘echos’ are Jewish. Example: (((dogwhistle))). In some cases, Jews have reclaimed this to outwardly signify themselves as Jews

  • Burning Cross

    The most recognized symbol utilized by the KKK.

  • Celtic Cross

    A square cross interlocking with or surrounding a circle. The Celtic Cross (or sun cross, or wheel cross) came into use by Nazis in the 1930’s/40’s. This symbol was adopted by white supremacist groups around the globe. However, because it is a Christian symbol, it is also widely used by non-white supremacists, so context is needed in determining its intent.

  • Elhaz/Life Rune

    Known by many names, including Lebensrune, the symbol is part of an early runic alphabet. It was heavily used by nazis, including the SS’s Lebensborn project (a project that encouraged the SS to have children with “Aryan” people and kidnapped “Aryan” children in order to raise them as Germans. It stayed a popular Nazi symbol, including its adoption by the neo-Nazi National Alliance. Like many runes, it may be used by non-white supremacist pagans, and context is needed to determine the intent.

  • The Iron Cross

    A German military medal predating Nazi Germany, the swastika was added by Hitler’s regime. After WWII, it was dropped by the government, but wholeheartedly embraced by Nazis and white supremacists. It has become heavily used by bikers in the United States and subsequently spread to other subcultures in a ‘non-racist’ context. Context is needed when determining the intention.

  • Othala Rune

    The rune is part of multiple runic alphabets but was adopted in Nazi Germany in the 20th century. The Nazis utilized the rune in a myriad of ways, including the divisional insignia of two Waffen SS divisions. After the end of WWII, it remained extremely popular amongst white supremacists and Nazis. Many brandish it on flags, tattoo it on their bodies, include it in logos, usernames, and more. However, this rune may still be used by non-Nazi pagans. When spotted, it is important to look at the surrounding context to determine the intent of the usage.

  • Swastika/Hakenkreuz

    Used on the center of Nazi Germany’s flag. Be cautious and respectful of traditional uses in religious practices such as Hinduism and Buddhism. Always use context clues.

  • Black Sun/Sunwheel/Sonnenrad

    Used by the original Nazi party, white supremacists now use the symbol as a unifying insignia for other aryan and neo-nazi groups to recognize each other. Sometimes, this symbol is coupled with other neo-nazi symbols like the wolfsangel or a swastika, but not always.

  • Tyr Rune

    As Nazis searched for an “all-white religion”, this symbol became used in Nazi army divisions. It is now used by neo-Nazis worldwide.

  • Thor's Hammer

    Appropriated by Neo-nazis, Thors Hammer can sometimes appear with a swastika on it when in use by white supremacists. The symbol isn’t inherently antisemitic or racist but context matters. It may include other antisemitic imagery, like swastikas.

  • Wolfsangel

    This symbol was used in several SS Waffen units but is now used across America and Europe to represent neo-Nazi as well as Aryan groups.

  • Valknut

    This symbol was used in several SS Waffen units but is now used across America and Europe to represent neo-Nazi as well as Aryan groups.

  • 3rd Reich Eagle

    Imagery of the Nazi government, used by white supremacists and Nazis.

  • Arrow Cross / Cross Star

    The Arrow Cross symbol comes from the Hungarian fascist party active between 1935 and 1945. Since then, neo-Nazis and white supremacists have used it, either generally or as part of a hate group's logo. In the US, a small white supremacist group in Mississippi called the Nationalist Movement used it as their logo, calling it the Crosstar.

  • Hitler Salute

    The Nazi or Hitler salute started in 1930s Nazi Germany to honor Adolf Hitler. It involves raising the right arm straight with the palm down. People often said "Heil Hitler" or "Sieg Heil" while doing it. After World War II, neo-Nazis and white supremacists kept using this salute, making it the most common white supremacist hand sign worldwide.