Counterterrorism Strategy Targets Leftists Over Far Right Violence The recent surge in leftist extremist groups has caught many off guard, but it's not a new phenomenon.
In fact, the threat posed by these groups has been growing steadily over the years, often overshadowed by the more sensationalized far right extremism.
Leftist violence is fueled by complex factors, including socioeconomic inequality, lack of representation, and radical ideologies that often masquerade as progressive or revolutionary movements.