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Empty Spectacles and Heightening Contradictions

Red Menace

CHAPTER

Dangers of Fascism and the Need for Bottom-Up Movements

The chapter explores the risks of fascism in the United States and the role of both major political parties in pushing the country towards a more militarized and authoritarian state. It emphasizes the importance of organized bottom-up mass movements to bring about genuine change and resist the expansion of exploitative and violent foundations. Additionally, the conversation touches on the limitations of superficial political realignments and the necessity of empowering the working class to address underlying systemic issues.

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