Alceste, you seem to be jumping to odd conclusions.  I disagree with your opinion.  He is not good at self-promotion.  I honestly think he says some stupid things.  

The man is an entertainer - like Jon Stewart or Bill Maher.  

He is not Alt-Right.  He condemns Nazis.  He fronts a multi-racial group based on ideals - not race.  Ideals.  Ideals that have nothing to do with race.  There are Muslims and homosexuals in his fraternal organization.  

On YouTube, search: THE PROUD BOYS ARE NOT RACISTS.  He explains the lawsuits.  He also has a quote that Simon used in this article that I think wasn't fair.  But - that is for you to decide.  Don't take my word for it.