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Related: Editorials & Other Articles, Issue Forums, Alliance Forums, Region ForumsChatGPT - what are 10 signs of fascism?
If AI can figure this out I hope the American people can. It would not tell me if Trump does any of this but it did list ten signs:
Here are ten common signs that some experts and scholars associate with growing fascism:
Suppression of the free press and freedom of speech: Fascist governments often restrict or control what people can say, write, or publish, in order to maintain their power and control over the population.
Demonizing and scapegoating of marginalized groups: Fascist regimes often target and blame certain groups, such as minorities, immigrants, or dissidents, for the country's problems, and use this as a way to justify discrimination and persecution.
Militarization and glorification of war: Fascist regimes often promote aggressive military expansion and use propaganda to convince people that war is necessary and glorious.
Supremacy of the ruling party or leader: Fascist governments prioritize the interests and needs of the ruling party or leader over the needs and interests of the general population.
Disregard for human rights: Fascist regimes often violate human rights, such as the right to life, liberty, and security, in order to maintain control and suppress dissent.
Centralization of power: Fascist governments tend to concentrate power in the hands of a small group or an individual, leading to a lack of checks and balances and a risk of abuse of power.
Emphasis on nationalism and authoritarianism: Fascist regimes often promote extreme nationalism and strict authoritarianism, leading to a lack of diversity and individual freedoms.
Use of violence and intimidation: Fascist regimes often use violence and intimidation tactics, such as police brutality, to maintain control and suppress dissent.
Cult of personality: Fascist leaders often cultivate a cult of personality around themselves, portraying themselves as strong and infallible leaders who are above criticism or questioning.
Suppression of independent institutions: Fascist regimes often suppress independent institutions such as courts, universities, and religious organizations in order to maintain control over the population.
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ChatGPT - what are 10 signs of fascism? (Original Post)
FreeState
Mar 2023
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(114,433 posts)1. Describes Trump and DeSantis
FreeState
(10,702 posts)2. Yep - he fits that list frightening well n/t