The US is on the cusp of fascism, with the current state of violence against Black Americans serving as a harbinger for what's to come. The notion that this is unprecedented or limited to certain groups is a far cry from the truth. The country has long history of arbitrary killings by law enforcement, with Black people bearing the brunt of such violence.
Fascism thrives on exceptions to equal personhood, often targeting those deemed "lesser-than." In America, these exceptions have been used to justify systemic racism and mass incarceration, which has disproportionately affected Black communities. By normalizing this type of behavior, America's fascist practices are expanding beyond non-white populations to include the entire population.
The current regime's official stance on white supremacy is a stark reminder that fascism feeds off such sentiments. Arresting journalists and targeting activists is a hallmark of authoritarian regimes. The fact that the government is beginning with publicly arresting Black journalists sets a chilling precedent.
As the situation escalates, the regime will likely unleash terror campaigns against immigrant communities, including Somali immigrants in Minneapolis and Haitian immigrants in Ohio. Under fascism, such attacks are not only justified but also become normalized, leading to a breakdown in basic human rights for all citizens.
LGBTQ+ acceptance is another area that's being targeted by fascist ideologies. The campaign against trans rights was promoted by mainstream media before becoming a central plank of the Trump campaign. Expecting this "exception" to tolerance to be rolled back further is a foregone conclusion under fascism.
The only way to combat this fascism is to dismantle the pre-existing structures that enabled and justified its rise. This means addressing America's longstanding legal violence against Black populations, primarily through mass incarceration. The abolition of ICE and the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) are crucial steps in this direction.
Politicians who argue otherwise are complicit in the rise of American fascism. It's time to acknowledge that the US is indeed on a path towards fascism and take concrete action to dismantle it before it's too late.
Fascism thrives on exceptions to equal personhood, often targeting those deemed "lesser-than." In America, these exceptions have been used to justify systemic racism and mass incarceration, which has disproportionately affected Black communities. By normalizing this type of behavior, America's fascist practices are expanding beyond non-white populations to include the entire population.
The current regime's official stance on white supremacy is a stark reminder that fascism feeds off such sentiments. Arresting journalists and targeting activists is a hallmark of authoritarian regimes. The fact that the government is beginning with publicly arresting Black journalists sets a chilling precedent.
As the situation escalates, the regime will likely unleash terror campaigns against immigrant communities, including Somali immigrants in Minneapolis and Haitian immigrants in Ohio. Under fascism, such attacks are not only justified but also become normalized, leading to a breakdown in basic human rights for all citizens.
LGBTQ+ acceptance is another area that's being targeted by fascist ideologies. The campaign against trans rights was promoted by mainstream media before becoming a central plank of the Trump campaign. Expecting this "exception" to tolerance to be rolled back further is a foregone conclusion under fascism.
The only way to combat this fascism is to dismantle the pre-existing structures that enabled and justified its rise. This means addressing America's longstanding legal violence against Black populations, primarily through mass incarceration. The abolition of ICE and the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) are crucial steps in this direction.
Politicians who argue otherwise are complicit in the rise of American fascism. It's time to acknowledge that the US is indeed on a path towards fascism and take concrete action to dismantle it before it's too late.
The state of emergency is being slowly rolled out, isn't it? I mean, imagine if this was all just a part of some dystopian movie 
, but unfortunately, it feels like we're living in one now. I'm thinking about the systemic issues that have been ignored for so long and how they've led us to this point. The idea of dismantling ICE and DHS seems like a no-brainer at this stage 
, but I worry that people won't take action soon enough. It's like we're all just waiting for the plot twist to see if things will get worse before they get better 
. The way they're cracking down on journalists, activists, and even Somali & Haitian immigrants is straight outta a dystopian novel 
. And let's not forget the trans rights push - it's like they want to erase entire communities from existence 
. If we don't take action now, we risk losing basic human rights & freedoms for all citizens 
. We need to dismantle these systems that perpetuate violence & oppression, starting with mass incarceration & ICE abolition 
. It's time to wake up and recognize the threat of fascism - it's not just a theory, it's our reality 
I'm not sure I agree with this guy. I mean, we've been talking about police brutality for years and nothing's changed. What's next? Are we gonna say the US is headed towards socialism or something? 
I think the author is cherry picking facts to fit their narrative. Newsflash: America isn't as perfect as everyone makes it out to be, but that doesn't mean we're on the path to fascism just yet! 
We need to focus on real issues like economic inequality and access to healthcare before we start labeling everything as "fascist". And by the way, what's with all these new-fangled terms? Can't we just have a respectful conversation without having to label it as "fascism"? 
. I just finished reading about this article on Black Americans being violently targeted by law enforcement, and it's honestly heartbreaking 
. We should be talking about how we can make our schools safer for everyone, not just focusing on the systemic racism that's still present in our country 
. We need to stand together as a community and support each other in the face of adversity 
. It's time for our politicians to take real action and work towards creating a more inclusive and equitable society 
. Let's make some noise and raise awareness about this issue – maybe then we can bring about some positive change 
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. They're targeting Black Americans, journalists, immigrants & even the LGBTQ+ community 
. Fascism is spreading its roots in America and it needs to be stopped ASAP 
. Politicians who keep quiet are just as bad as the ones doing the harming 
. Abolishing ICE & DHS would be a great start 
. Everyone should have equal rights & respect 
. No more exceptions, no more hate 
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. We need to take action before it's too late...
. We need to call out systemic racism for what it is 
. Arresting journalists and targeting activists is a clear sign of authoritarian intent 
. Don't expect this to stop at immigrant communities or trans rights 
. The only way forward is to dismantle mass incarceration & ICE, it's time to act 
. If they can do this to Black people and now immigrants, what's next? Will they target other groups too? It's not just about one group, it's about how they're trying to create a culture where equality doesn't exist 
and Haitian immigrants in Ohio 
. it's not even a step away from unleashing terror campaigns against anyone who dares to speak out against this regime.
. it's disgusting how politicians are already normalizing this kind of behavior and expecting us to just roll with it... newsflash: we shouldn't have to.