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There's growing debate over the terminology used to describe these threats. Some experts argue that labeling these acts solely as domestic terrorism may be misleading, as the roots of this violence extend far deeper into cultural, ideological, and political spheres. The comparison with jihadist movements from the 1980s and 1990s reveals startling similarities in their methods and narratives.
White supremacist groups often frame their ideology around the "Great Replacement" myth — the belief that whites are being systematically replaced by minorities — paralleling jihadist narratives of a supposed war against Islam. Both groups produce martyrdom videos or manifestos, stream attacks live online, and employ violence to forge a "pure" society, whether religious or racial.