Best of the Left - Leftist Perspectives on Progressive Politics, News, Culture, Economics and Democracy SOLVED! #18 - How to Live Under Fascism
Aug 11, 2025
Explore the subtle realities of living under fascism and the ritual conformity that can creep into daily life. Discover how despotism affects the psyche and the importance of resisting Orwellian language. The discussion dives into historical parallels, highlighting how America's political landscape mirrors past authoritarian trends. Emphasis is placed on community as a means of sanity and resistance during oppressive times, urging vigilance against the gradual erosion of democracy.
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Build Local Connections And Stay Mindful
- Jay! Tomlinson suggests make friends with your neighbors and be mindful of what you say.
- He implies building local ties and caution can preserve safety and resistance capacity.
Authoritarianism Often Looks Normal
- Jay! Tomlinson highlights that authoritarianism often appears mundane rather than dramatic.
- That mundane normalcy lets regimes entrench control while most people carry on with daily routines.
Elections Stop Delivering Change
- Jay! Tomlinson warns you usually learn democracy is gone when elections stop producing change.
- He argues that powerless elections are the clear signal that democratic outcomes no longer exist.