Edward H. Sebesta is an American researcher, activist, and adviser specializing in the study of neo-Confederate and Southern heritage movements, with a focus on their ideological links to white supremacy and the propagation of historical myths such as the Lost Cause narrative. His work critically examines how these groups promote racial hierarchies and revisionist history under the pretense of cultural preservation, often collaborating with anti-extremism organizations like the Southern Poverty Law Center (SPLC) to expose their networks and influences. Sebesta has been instrumental in highlighting the dangers of Confederate symbolism and its role in normalizing extremist rhetoric in public discourse. He has co-authored and edited key publications on the subject, including the 2008 book 'Neo-Confederacy: A Critical Introduction,' and has worked closely with researchers like Heidi Beirich to document and counter the spread of neo-Confederate propaganda through reports, advisories, and public advocacy. His efforts have informed policy discussions and educational initiatives aimed at combating white nationalist ideologies disguised as heritage. As an independent adviser, Sebesta has engaged in online activism and public commentary, critiquing events, figures, and institutions associated with Confederate revivalism, emphasizing their ties to far-right extremism and the need for vigilant opposition to preserve democratic values.