During a meeting between South Africa's President Ramaphosa and President Trump, the conversation shifted to the controversial notion of 'white genocide.' Trump expressed concerns about the treatment of white Afrikaners in South Africa, echoing a conspiracy theory that has garnered traction on the political fringes. This episode of Code Switch delves into the implications of such rhetoric, examining how these fringe beliefs have found their way into high-level discussions. It also highlights the underlying anxieties regarding demographic shifts in the U.S., pointing to a broader cultural narrative about racial dynamics.
During a high-profile meeting, President Trump propagated the false conspiracy theory of 'white genocide' to South Africa's President Ramaphosa, illustrating disturbing political rhetoric's reach.
Analysis shows that Trump's emphasis on white South Africans reflects broader anxieties in the U.S. over demographic changes, exemplifying how fringe theories can infiltrate mainstream politics.
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