The problem with pretending violent extremism has just one ideological root.
As the Canadian military aims to overcome its recruitment crisis, past scandals, and rising extremism, ideological influence presents a significant threat to their efforts. If it remains unchecked, ideological influence can adversely affect the presence of extremism among ranks, as well as the ability to detect it.
Because of a stunning discovery by a Canadian journalist, discussed herein, I now believe the ability to detect and address extremism in Canada’s military is more limited than previously thought.
Let me explain why.
