"The effect of the two experiences is remarkably similar. Shelley had originally written the book as a lark while vacationing in Geneva with her husband, Percy Bysshe Shelley, and some friends (including Lord Byron). The group loved literary competitions, one of which led Percy Shelley to compose a timeless poem, "Ozymandias," in 10 minutes. Not to be outdone, Mary Shelley, prompted by a competition to craft the best horror story, created her equally undying masterpiece."
"To say Fuentes is a bigot would be an understatement. He's a Holocaust denier, a proud antisemite, and an avowed white nationalist. He is also someone with a massive following on the right. Indeed, in the wake of the assassination of Charlie Kirk, Fuentes might well be the most popular influencer among young right-wing Americans. Fuentes's fans, known as "Groypers," are a loud presence in Republican circles, helping push groups such as Kirk's Turning Points USA to become more overtly white nationalist."
Guillermo Del Toro's Frankenstein and recent Republican infighting evoke similar dread rooted in uncontrolled creations. Mary Shelley wrote Frankenstein at age 18 during a Geneva holiday and produced a lasting tale about creators unleashing monsters they cannot control. The GOP in 2025 faces a Frankenstein-like figure in 27-year-old podcaster Nick Fuentes. Fuentes is a Holocaust denier, antisemite, and avowed white nationalist who commands a large right-wing following. After the assassination of Charlie Kirk, Fuentes attained notable popularity among young right-wing Americans. His followers, called Groypers, pressure Republican circles and push groups like Turning Points USA toward more overt white nationalism.
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