New Discourses Fascism: Idolatry of the State
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Jan 8, 2024 Delving into the ideology of fascism, analyzing Mussolini's 'Doctrine of Fascism', exploring its infiltration in ideologies, discussing the dialectical process, examining fascism as a man-centered religion, emphasizing the role of the state, exploring the relationship with trade unionism, and discussing fascism as the worship of the state. Also, exploring the regime and doctrine of fascism, discussing authority and rejection of doctrines, examining the revival of idolizing the state, and exploring the role and significance of the fascist state while discussing its similarities to communism.
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Fascism as Dialectical Antithesis
- Fascism is a direct reaction to communism but shares its totalitarian nature and ideology.
- It represents the antithesis yet emerges from within Marxism's fears and failures.
State as God in Fascism
- Fascism worships the state as God the Father, demanding total submission.
- Communism views the state as a self-sacrificial Christ figure that will wither away.
Fascism Produces, Liberty Loses
- Fascism is a totalitarian system that can produce efficiently but sacrifices liberty and freedom.
- Communism promises liberation but ultimately fails at production and stability.