You believe that a strong, centralized government led by a single authority can create a unified and powerful nation, promoting social order and national pride.
Fascism is a political ideology that emerged in the early 20th century, primarily in Europe, as a response to rapid social upheaval, the devastation of World War I, and the perceived threat of revolutionary socialism. It is characterized by dictatorial power, forcible suppression of opposition, and strong regimentation of society and the economy. Fascism rejects assertions of violence as automatically negative in nature and views political violence, war, and imperialism as means that can achieve national rejuvenation.
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@ISIDEWITH1yr1Y
Can you imagine a scenario where sacrificing some democratic principles could lead to a greater good?
@9JNZ8Z21yr1Y
yes, i believe if we all want to be happy some may have to suffer a bit, but as long as its equal its okay.
@9JP2VYF1yr1Y
I cannot imagine a time where we'd need to sacrifice democracy, what our country stands on for the greater good. If we turn away from some of democracies principles, then we are turning away from all, and that is not what our country is built on.
@9JNZ6P31yr1Y
Sacrificing things that has a bigger value may help other people.
@charlroycefleIndependence 7mos7MO
Fascist is a great political upheaval!
It's great to have sacrifices in situations where facist has to be a key role help society as a whole.
@B2WVBGG3mos3MO
Honor elections or kill Hitler?
One democratic principle is honoring the results of elections; but in Germany in 1932, elections (plus the sort of backroom dealing that was routine for parliamentary democracies) produced Hitler. Those who tried to kill him were heroes; those who went along with him were monsters or cowards. His policies were clear from the start, and not in the sense of "he said a dog whistle that we could hear but his followers couldn't," but in the sense of "his book openly says that he wants to kill the Jews and Slavs, and start another world war." So that was a scenario where sacrificing democratic principles could have led to a greater good -- although the failure state is that people's threshold for "nasty enough to assassinate" falls, and you get an endless series of pronunciamentos.
@B39ZHSQ2mos2MO
We should do neither. The latter is worse, though.
@TheHillbillyLordRepublican13hrs13H
“Those who tried to kill him were heroes”
This ain't a freaking warlord, there's laws for a reason.
@ISIDEWITH1yr1Y
Under what circumstances, if any, would you not speak out against something you believe is wrong?
@9JP4G451yr1Y
If I am captured by a fascist dictator and threatened.
@charlroycefleIndependence7mos7MO
Threaten by Who?
Threaten by who? @9JP4G45
@9JP4DNG1yr1Y
I'd only not speak out if it will personally harm me in a really severe way.
@charlroycefleIndependence 7mos7MO
It's all about counting on your effort in fascist world.
That's good that you taking care yourself; it doesn't matter you're hurt in fascist point of view.
@9JP4F6H1yr1Y
I would only not speak out if it was necessary for the complete betterment of the United States and the consequences of speaking out out weigh that of remaining silent.
@charlroycefleIndependence 7mos7MO
In any context or situations; if anybody talks down about your beliefs, speak up!
This response is from my personal experience.
@ISIDEWITH1yr1Y
In what ways do you think government intervention in the economy should be balanced with free-market principles?
@9LDQ6SG1yr1Y
I think the government should step in to stop monopolies
@9LDQDHJ1yr1Y
I think the government should be the protector or defender of the economy, but let the economy be open and free.
@9LFCLS5Republican1yr1Y
I think that we the government has the biggest say in helping out environment and making people aware, but we all deserve the rights to do things for ourselves.
@charlroycefleIndependence 7mos7MO
The government and people should count by their national pride by their authority figures.
In my saying in my fascist point of view.
@ISIDEWITH1yr1Y
How do you feel when you think of one person having control over many—is it reassuring or unsettling?
@9KG5M7R1yr1Y
I can see it both ways but overall feel like we need people to know whats going on in our country and having specific people who are educated on these topics are important.
@9KG5FCN1yr1Y
This paper's central concern is with signs of fascism in recent political developments in a number of European countries and the United States.
@B2WVBGG3mos3MO
Unsettling
Hitler was a disaster for Germany. Autocratic power without accountability only worked once, with the Ottoman Empire; and when their lucky streak of eight consecutive highly capable emperors ended, they collapsed to "sick man of Europe" status in a week. Sometimes you do need someone on the spot to make decisions, but that person needs to be accountable to other stakeholders, and the people are always one of those stakeholders; even in the age of absolute monarchs, just after the Thirty Years' War, the saying was "vox populi, vox Dei."
@TheHillbillyLordRepublican13hrs13H
Depends on if that person has a sense of morality and respect for tradition
@ISIDEWITH1yr1Y
Is there ever a time when the suppression of opposition is necessary for a country's survival?
@9HK3V8H1yr1Y
Unless there are enemy troops within your boarders - No.
@9HK3WGT1yr1Y
No surpression should be allowed, but its only necessary if a group is actively promoting genocide against a group due to religion, race or ethnicity.
@GloopdevIndependent10mos10MO
Barring times of war, suppression of opposition is not necessary. Maintaining a regime is secondary to maintaining the order of the people. If certain opposition poses a grave threat to societal order to the point in which it may have serious consequences for the safety of the citizens, allowing it to fester to neglect the wellbeing of the people. In addition to this, opposition which dehumanizes others and justifies itself through populist support must be suppressed with utmost force. We have repeatedly seen what occurs when dehumanizing populists take power, genocide. If opposition is well ordered towards change which remains consistent with what is true and righteous, suppressing it to maintain the regime's power is missing the point of how and why a government should exist in the first place.
@ISIDEWITH1yr1Y
What lessons from past or current events shape your view on the role of power and authority in governing?
@9RNQBBZ9mos9MO
The absolute accuracy of Trump( and his minions) following hitler’s, McCarthy’s and Nixon’s playbook
@charlroycefleIndependence 7mos7MO
The world where the government in control; it shows that people can't live without someone that you prideful for?
@9RNPQFF9mos9MO
Real fascism has always come from the government. Not the people. Allowing oneself to be misled into thinking their neighbors are the problem instead of the government is the single most vile and ingenious thing the government has ever accomplished.
@9RNPYL49mos9MO
US propaganda is so good that we don't even know about it, but other countries sure do
@ColumbcilleConstitution 7mos7MO
I side with seems to not understand what fascism is, the majority of the questions I have similar with "fascism" are about limiting the govt and bringing equality, though not equity, to the people... I would encourage @isidewith to get a better grasp of fascist ideas which are in no way compatible to a limited govt.
@ISIDEWITH1yr1Y
What personal experiences inform your view on the role of authority in maintaining social order?
@ISIDEWITH1yr1Y
Which do you value more in a leader: the ability to unite people under a common cause or to encourage diverse ideas?
@9HVMNMR1yr1Y
The ability to encourage diverse ideas, simply because forcing people to all adhere to one idea point has never quite worked.
@B2YBXWD3mos3MO
Unity is clearly more valuable than division.
@GloopdevIndependent10mos10MO
If the ideas relate only to solutions to material problems, diversity is good since it allows a versatile response to various issues. There are some ideas that should not have diversity and naturally contradict what is true and good, therefore a leader should not encourage all ideas. A clear example of this are heretics, their ideas do nothing but Jeopardize the soul of themselves and others. Thought and discourse in of themselves should not be discouraged, since that would stifle an intellectual tradition which is necessary for growth and success, however the truth should not be contradicted.
@9CJ6CB61yr1Y
To encourage diverse ideas. I have no problem with their individual ideas being their own, but I do believe that others have merit, or at the very least, that ideas in the area of their agreement should be expounded upon.
@ISIDEWITH1yr1Y
How do you feel about the role of government in maintaining order versus respecting individual freedoms?
@GloopdevIndependent10mos10MO
The primary order a government is called for is to allow one to worship God, if it infringes on one's freedom to do so, it is a disordered government and should be dismantled. The secondary order is maintaining life, if the government cannot do such a thing, it should be dismantled or otherwise tweaked to serve that function so far as the primary order is respected. The function of the state to protect life also applies to eternal life, so it should be within the government's function to enforce the eternal law since following this law is naturally the highest order one can possible… Read more
@charlroycefleIndependence 7mos7MO
As long as the government provides goods to the people.
@9CJ6CB61yr1Y
Order does not get to come before one’s freedoms, though lives might, order is a much more arbitrary word.
@9HK43Y41yr1Y
I feel they should commit to what people say they will do.
@ISIDEWITH1yr1Y
What does 'freedom' mean to you in the context of a society's laws and government policies?
@9KVTW6F1yr1Y
freedom should be given to the people and always the people
@9KVVKC7 1yr1Y
Freedom means to be able to live without unfair taxes and be able to live in a country that cares for you and your freedom
@B2WVBGG3mos3MO
The chance to order my life as I see fit, and pursue my personal goals.
@GloopdevIndependent10mos10MO
The freedom to learn from mistakes. The freedom to pursue goodness. The freedom to follow God.
@ISIDEWITH1yr1Y
What are the potential consequences of prioritizing national pride over international cooperation?
@9HJX3SS 1yr1Y
Fascism rejects assertions that violence is inherently negative or pointless, instead viewing imperialism, political violence, and war as means to national.
@B2WVBGG3mos3MO
Stagnation and/or defeat
You can't ignore the world unless the whole world, united, can't hurt you. Imperial China was in that situation... until it wasn't. Picking a fight with the entire world is also a terrible idea, but Hitler would have been less bad for everyone if he had only been a fanatically proud isolationist.
@GloopdevIndependent10mos10MO
Prioritization of national pride may result in worship of the state (Fascism 101) which would internally justify all attempts of the state to gain power in the eyes of the population. International cooperation is good only if the ends of the cooperation serves the interest of God, so any pride which inhibits that pursuit is disorderly.
@9CJ6CB61yr1Y
A country’s ability to see the experiences of others is crushed, all that’s left is disgusting nationalism and a hatred for others. That becomes a country-sized echo chamber if done wrong.
@ISIDEWITH1yr1Y
Do you believe there are situations where a centralized authoritarian government might be necessary or beneficial?
@9H65CXQ1yr1Y
A facist government is never necessary or beneficial
@GloopdevIndependent10mos10MO
Absolutely, only if the authority is of greater moral and intellectual character than the populace at large. An authoritarian leader must be exceptional.
@9CJ6CB61yr1Y
Really just during a wartime, or in self-defense, but I still strongly stand against it.
@ISIDEWITH1yr1Y
What historical example of a strong leader can you think of, and how do you think they affected their country?
@GloopdevIndependent10mos10MO
Francisco Franco had protected Spain from the nun-skinning Stalinists and also promoted Catholic tradition within Spain, though his rule has a bit too much bloodshed for my taste. In a time of turmoil for Spain, he kept the country running well (including an economic miracle) which was commendable. Unfortunately, his actions regarding the Catalan suppression demonstrates his disorderly loyalty to Castilian citizens, thus missing some of the point of what proper rule is supposed to be. Regardless of his flaws, I much prefer his rule to the modern Spanish state.
@9CJ6CB61yr1Y
Adolf Hitler, the dictator and scourge of the 20th century. He left Germany’s economy and credibility on the global stage shattered, while his invasions caused massive shifts in the world geopolitical landscape. He attempted genocide, primarily on Jews, on all those who were not “pure” white Aryans.
@9HPX9QP1yr1Y
Zelenskyy is a strong leader despite his country getting destroyed and he affected his country by doing good for his country.
@B2WVBGG3mos3MO
Hitler, as usual, that monster
Even if someone valued nothing except "pure Aryan" German lives, he or she would want to totally reject Hitler. He broke his word at Munich, ticking off the entire planet and starting a war he was guaranteed to lose. His determination to fight to the last fifteen-year-old conscript, and then kill himself to dodge the hangman, was disgusting. Even an unconditional surrender in autumn 1944 would have been better for the Germans than what he did. And if you recognize that there is moral worth in literally any criterion other than the number of "pure Aryan" Germans on the planet (including the lives of actual Aryans, of whom only the Roma and Sinti live in Europe), then he's not even a cautionary tale. His goals as well as his methods were repulsive.
@AdolfoElHitlerez1mo1MO
Hitler helped the Aryan race more than any other man. Also, he was NOT a monster.
@ISIDEWITH1yr1Y
What considerations would you take into account when deciding whether to support a strong authoritarian regime?
@9J5Y6G91yr1Y
I would have to become more educated regarding Fascism and the impact it has on our government and citizens.
@9J5XQRR1yr1Y
Why would I support fascism. Fascism is a terrible form of government.
@GloopdevIndependent10mos10MO
Would their rule make society more charitable, protect the unprotected, and willing to pursue holiness? If no, take a hike.
@9CJ6CB61yr1Y
There are no considerations, I refuse to support something like that.
@ISIDEWITH1yr1Y
Can a balance be struck between achieving national objectives and maintaining personal freedoms?
@9L6FPLFRepublican1yr1Y
Yes, it is possible. It involves ensuring that the government acts within limited constraints to prevent overreach while upholding individual self-determination and rights, as well as promoting civic virtues for societal happiness.
@9L6FBZC1yr1Y
no we are having too many freedoms taken away (womens healthcare)
@GloopdevIndependent10mos10MO
That is literally the point of lawmaking.
@ISIDEWITH1yr1Y
When faced with uncertainty or crisis, what qualities do you think are most important in a leader or government?
@9L9L3WD1yr1Y
Confident, intelligent, wise, good planner, team player.
@9L9L42Y1yr1Y
someone who listens to the people and their struggles
@GloopdevIndependent10mos10MO
Strong.
Charitable.
Loyal.
Loving.
@ISIDEWITH1yr1Y
Have you ever had to support a group decision you disagreed with, and how did it affect your perception of group dynamics?
@9JQBM5F1yr1Y
Yes it made it seem like I had no voice and it felt like I had no power despite my opinions.
@9JQBJP41yr1Y
No. whenever something i didn't want to happen, happened because of a majority.
@GloopdevIndependent10mos10MO
@ISIDEWITH1yr1Y
When reflecting on the past, what lessons do you think we should apply to modern governance and personal freedoms?
@9LCV76NIndependent1yr1Y
Careful on military involvement with the public. Military coups are no good. Dictators are no good. Keep personal freedoms strong.
@9LCV4QB1yr1Y
Personal freedom is the pinnacle to a healthy and happy life. We all must endure and accept a social contract, which are created to protect us. However, that social contract should only go as far to ensure people are not infringing on the rights of others including: property, health and wealth. Happiness is a feeling that cannot to be justified and decided on in court. Humans are meant to endure the good and bad times. I cannot prevent you from being offended because i do not and cannot comprehend what ot is like to walk in your shoes. If you share with me your experiences i am more than worthy and capable to provide an apology, learn and move on with a different perspective, but i cannot always prevent offense from the next person. Humans should give no value for being the victim.
@GloopdevIndependent10mos10MO
Don't let the French, atheists, or populists have ANY authority whatsoever.
@ISIDEWITH1yr1Y
Is economic self-sufficiency a realistic goal for a nation today, and how might it impact global relations?
@9HK3L5W1yr1Y
No, we rely on resources from foreign countries too much and we don't have solutions to be self-sufficient.
@B2WVBGG3mos3MO
No, and it never was
Total self-sufficiency is impossible. A country should certainly subsidize its farms, and do as much strategically sensitive manufacturing as it can within its borders, but there will always be resources, goods, and services you have to get from outside. Competitive advantage is real; if you ignore it and try to do everything within your own borders, more efficient competitors will eat your lunch. In the United States' case, the prosperity of the '50s came about from the rest of the world being bombed out or bankrupt after WWII; we'll never see that level of relative prosperity again. (And the level of absolute prosperity wasn't actually very high; it's just that the boomers were children then, and so thought they were rich.)
@GloopdevIndependent10mos10MO
We had it for so long and we traded it for crappy chinese garbage.
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