In examining Trump's rhetoric and behavior, one sees echoes of early fascism: the scapegoating of immigrants, hostility towards political opponents, and rejection of democratic norms.
Historically, the U.S. has flirted with the idea of fascist leadership, with Philip Roth’s fictional portrayal of Charles Lindbergh serving as a stark reminder of this potential reality.
Trump’s early insistence on questioning election results he did not win signals a dangerous path that undermines trust in democratic institutions and can lead to authoritarianism.
Roth’s insights on Trump's presidency invite us to consider how fiction can illuminate real-world political threats, making us question the boundaries between narrative and reality.
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