Agitators

June 10th, 2025

Key Characteristics of Fascism:

• Authoritarianism:

  Fascism rejects democratic principles and favors a strong, centralized government led by a dictatorial leader. [✓] Check

• Ultranaionalism:

  It emphasizes the importance of the nation and national identity, often with a focus on racial purity or superiority. [✓] This is obvious to anybody following the news.

• Militarism:

  Fascism typically promotes military strength and expansionism, viewing war as a means to achieve national greatness. [✓] Trump is going to have a parade on his birthday and has overused the military in California.

• Dictatorial Leadership:

  Fascist regimes often have a charismatic leader who exerts absolute control over the government and the people. [✓] This is obvious also.

• Suppression of Opposition:

  Fascism uses force and propaganda to silence dissent and maintain power. [✓] Trump has threatened to arrest Gavin Newsom

• Cult of Personality:

  The leader is often portrayed as a divine or heroic figure, with a strong emphasis on loyalty and obedience. [✓] I don’t understand why people look up to Trump, but the Republican Party is nothing but a cult.

• Economic Control:

  Fascist states often exert significant control over the economy, prioritizing national self-sufficiency and military preparedness. [✓] Again, this is obvious.

NOTE: I do wish I didn’t use the word “riot.” So I changed it to “Protest” for The Contrarian. [See below] So if you see a second version out there, it is also me.