Leftwing Extremism

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Organization
1. Guilt By Association
2. The Defamation Of National Conservatism
3. Is Extremism Either Rightwing Or Leftwing?
4. Conclusion

Guilt By Association
How in the world do extremist groups like Neo-Nazism get labeled Rightwing? I mean, really. Why wouldn't those who are liberally opposed to the Constitution of the United States, and who deny the rights of others, be considered Liberal Leftwing Extremists instead?

What would be the motivation for the United States Government to make such an illogical association between Conservatives and white-supremacists, (who reject the Constitution of the United States, and who hate Jews)? How can extremists even be considered similar to Conservative Americans who are very pro-Israel, the Constitution, and individual rights?

How is it reasonable to infer that this type of "Guilt by Association" fallacy is intended to be impartial and objective? How are we supposed to reasonably believe that this does not give evidence to "partisan" politics in national security initiatives?

The Defamation Of National Conservatism

Rightwing extremism in the United States can be broadly divided into those groups, movements, and adherents that are primarily hate-oriented (based on hatred of particular religious, racial or ethnic groups), and those that are mainly antigovernment, rejecting federal authority in favor of state or local authority, or rejecting government authority entirely. It may include groups and individuals that are dedicated to a single issue, such as opposition to abortion or immigration.
- Defined by Homeland Security


Is Extremism Either Rightwing Or Leftwing?

The phrase left-wing was coined during the French Revolution, when left-wing referred to the seating arrangements in parliament; those who sat on the left opposed the traditional hierarchies and supported radical reform.
- http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Leftwing

In politics, right-wing, political right, rightist and the Right are terms applied to positions that focus on upholding traditional or cultural values and preserving private property or some form of social hierarchy.
- http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rightwing


Conclusion
It is irrational and preposterous to mischaracterize the many based on the values of a few. Isn't this the underlying thesis between the distinction between "Moderate" and "Radical" Islam?

This "report" given by the Department of Homeland Security seems highly irresponsible and has taken the liberty to take a political opportunity at the expense of National Security.