Fact check: Can you list the most notable mass shootings in the USA since 2010 that have been linked to far-right ideologies?

1. Summary of the results

The analyses provided highlight the complexity and rarity of politically motivated violence in the United States, with some sources noting that right-wing extremism, particularly white supremacy, is a significant concern ^{[1] [2] [3]}. According to these sources, domestic extremists, especially those linked to right-wing ideologies, have been responsible for a substantial number of murders and mass shootings in recent years ^{[1] [2]}. However, other analyses emphasize that politically motivated violence is relatively rare, accounting for about 0.35 percent of all murders since 1975 ^[4]. The sources also discuss the role of social media, polarization, and the availability of guns in contributing to the increase in political violence ^[5]. Additionally, some analyses highlight the threat posed by left-wing and Islamist extremists, although the level of threat varies ^{[6] [7]}.

2. Missing context/alternative viewpoints

A key aspect missing from the original statement is the definition of far-right ideologies and how they are linked to mass shootings, which is crucial for understanding the scope of the issue ^{[4] [5]}. Furthermore, the sources provide different perspectives on the threat posed by various extremist groups, with some emphasizing the danger of right-wing extremism ^{[1] [2] [3]} and others highlighting the threat from left-wing and Islamist extremists ^{[6] [7]}. The analyses also lack a comprehensive list of notable mass shootings linked to far-right ideologies since 2010, which would be necessary to fully address the original question ^{[4] [5]}. Moreover, the sources do not provide a detailed analysis of the root causes of politically motivated violence, such as the role of mental health, economic factors, and social media ^[5].

3. Potential misinformation/bias in the original statement

The original statement may be biased towards emphasizing the threat of far-right ideologies, which could be seen as downplaying the threat posed by other extremist groups ^{[6] [7]}. Additionally, the statement lacks context and specificity, which could lead to misinformation and oversimplification of the complex issue of politically motivated violence ^{[4] [5]}. The sources themselves may also have different agendas and biases, with some focusing on the threat of right-wing extremism ^{[1] [2] [3]} and others providing a more nuanced view of the various threats ^{[6] [7]}. Right-wing groups may benefit from a narrative that downplays their role in violence, while left-wing groups may benefit from a narrative that emphasizes the threat of right-wing extremism ^{[1] [2] [3]}. Law enforcement and policymakers may benefit from a nuanced understanding of the various threats and root causes of politically motivated violence ^{[4] [5] [6] [7]}.