Premieres Tuesday, March 24, 2026 at 10 p.m. on KPBS TV / Stream with KPBS+
"White With Fear" is an eye-opening documentary film examining how some American conservatives and political operatives have successfully weaponized racism and fear for decades.
Recently nominated by the Writers Guild for Best Documentary Screenplay and described by critics as “riveting,” “masterful,” and “absolutely required viewing,” the film uncovers the real-world consequences of deploying tactics that seek to demonize immigrants, spread Islamophobia, and devise a strategic media campaign of racist rhetoric with real-world effects.
Tracing the strategy from former President Nixon’s call for “law and order” during his 1968 presidential campaign, through 9/11, various other presidential campaigns, hate crimes and the insurrection at the Capitol on Jan. 6, 2021, the film includes the voices of Steve Bannon, Hillary Clinton, former Fox News reporter Carl Cameron, The Lincoln Project founder Stuart Stevens, Rep. Jamie Raskin, Rick Gates, former Breitbart writer Katie McHugh, and many more.
"White With Fear" pulls back the curtain for a first-hand look at the strategies and tactics that have shaped some conservative political playbooks for decades. The film explores how divisive narratives and policies were strategically implemented by some politicians and media outlets to earn power and profit.
“I’m grateful to PBS for giving 'White with Fear' such a prestigious platform with an extensive reach of loyal viewers,” said Andrew Goldberg, writer, producer, and director. “It’s the ideal home for the film — timely, relevant, and deeply connected to where our country stands today.”
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Credits: Written, produced and directed by Andrew Goldberg, produced and edited by Diana Robinson, co-produced by Eric Ward, with cinematography by Robert Hanna.
