"Fascism typically gains traction when levels of frustration, fear, anger, and resentment rise a little too high within a relatively free society. People love answers, true or false, that seem to explain their unease."
"At its core, fascism is an emotional, anti-democratic, and anti-intellectual slide into authoritarian rule. Citizens' rights and the rule of law are trampled by fascism's run to power."
"Fascist movements do not require a brilliant leader to grow. Intelligence and competence are less important than a deficiency of integrity, empathy, and moral conscience."
Fascism is a persistent political ideology that emerges during times of societal frustration and fear. It attracts followers by offering simplistic solutions to complex problems, often at the expense of marginalized groups. Lacking a universal definition, fascism can be viewed as an anti-democratic movement that undermines citizens' rights and the rule of law. It does not require a brilliant leader; rather, it flourishes in an environment of grievance and division, where moral integrity is sacrificed for power.
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