In the Dredd series, the authors make it clear that the protagonist is a jackbooted fascist; misinterpreting this as heroism indicates a troubling dismissal of its cautionary tale.
Matt Gaetz's depiction by Musk as the 'Judge Dredd America needs' reflects a concerning trend where cautionary narratives are embraced, misread as endorsements of authoritarianism.
What should be cautionary tales about cruelty and fascism are increasingly misconstrued as aspirational narratives by some who find these qualities appealing.
The series' co-creator Pat Mills drew inspiration from his abusive school experiences, reinforcing that Dredd's narrative was designed to critique such authoritarian figures.
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