Arno Michaelis is a former white nationalist skinhead, principal singer of the neonazi metal metal group Centurion and member of Hammerskin Nation, one of the most violent white supremacist gangs in the United States.
From 1987 to 1994, Michaelis played a central role in the spread of neonazi ideology by music, street violence and recruitment efforts across the United States and beyond. His group sold more than 20,000 copies of his white supremacist albums in six months.
Michaelis provides a rare aspect in the world of violent extremism, detailing how white nationalist groups recruit young men, finance their operations and use propaganda to radicalize followers. He describes the brutality of life within the movement, the constant state of fear and paranoia, and how its involvement led to dependence, crime and self -destruction.
After leaving the movement, Michaelis became an activist, a speaker and an anti-hate author. He works with parents for peace to de -line extremists, exposing the tactics used by white nationalist groups and guiding individuals far from the influence of extremism by prevention. He is the author of “My Life After Hate” and “the gift of our wounds”, which was Coriigue with Pardeep Singh Kaleka, whose father was killed during the Sikh temple of Oak Creek.
If you are concerned about someone’s extreme beliefs or behaviors, parents for peace have a free and confidential assistance line at 844-49-Peace (844-497-3223) or by e-mail help@parents4peace.org.
If you or someone you know treat with an abuse of substance or mental illness, call the national assistance line of the substance and mental health of mental health (1-800-662-4357) for 24/7, free and confidential treatment of reference and information.
To find out more:
Instagram: @arnomichaelis
Parents for peace: www.parents4peace.org
Books: https://www.parents4peace.org/our-team/arno-hachaelis/
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