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fromThe Verge
16 hours ago

The Helldivers community is coping with a spotlight it doesn't want

On Friday it was discovered that Tyler Robinson, arrested for the alleged killing of Charlie Kirk, had inscribed messages on the casings of several bullets found at the crime scene. One of those read "Hey fascist! Catch!" accompanied by an up arrow symbol, a right arrow, and three down arrows, a reference to the code to call down the 500KG Bomb stratagem in the cooperative shooter Helldivers 2.
Miscellaneous
History
fromOpen Culture
2 weeks ago

What Makes Picasso's Guernica a Great Painting?: Explore the Anti-Fascist Mural That Became a Worldwide Anti-War Symbol

Guernica embodies Picasso's outrage at the 1937 bombing and functions as an evolving, politically charged monument that mobilized international anti‑fascist awareness.
fromKqed
3 weeks ago

Ron Howard Tells a True Story of Human Folly and Desperation in 'Eden'

Howard assembles an impressive cast, though it isn't always enough to make up for the overambitious plot of a film that drags in the middle. Yet the historical resonance, which could have provided pointed commentary on the parallels between today and the 1920s, falls flat amid the film's overlong runtime, unlikable characters and shaky accents that most actors stumble in and out of. In the midst of the film's crafted chaos, the story inevitably loses focus.
Film
US politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

Why Trump's attack on the Smithsonian matters | Kimberle Crenshaw and Jason Stanley

Replacing exhibits that highlight marginalized perspectives is part of a broader authoritarian effort using cultural control and racial grievance to enable fascism.
#trump
#authoritarianism
fromThe New Yorker
1 month ago

Nobody Wins on "Surrounded"

Hasan asks whether Connor believes in democracy. No, Connor replies—he prefers autocracy, identifies as a fascist, idolizes General Francisco Franco, and believes free speech should be abolished after a Catholic nationalist ethnostate is actualized.
US politics
fromThe Nation
1 month ago

It's Time for Health Workers to Defy the Law-Again

In the Netherlands in 1943, more than 6,200 Dutch doctors -97 percent of the profession-refused orders to register with the Nazi-controlled Chamber of Physicians. This registry was intended to force doctors to cooperate with racial and ableist screening, deportations, sterilization, and euthanasia policies.
Public health
History
fromMedievalists.net
1 month ago

The Medievalist Who Taught Us How to Spot a Fascist - Medievalists.net

Umberto Eco's works show how medieval symbols can be twisted to support modern fascist ideologies.
fromenglish.elpais.com
1 month ago

Macaroni against fascism: Why pasta is a symbol of resistance in Italy

The 1954 film An American in Rome features Alberto Sordi’s character being unable to resist a plate of pasta, humorously illustrating Italian identity and its culinary roots.
Food & drink
fromWorld History Encyclopedia
1 month ago

Benito Mussolini: Founder of Fascism

Mussolini led Italy into a highly authoritarian regime and contributed to the spread of totalitarianism across Europe between the two world wars, becoming a model for other movements.
History
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

From Canada to Finland, a US neo-Nazi fight club is rapidly spreading across the globe

The arrival of neo-Nazi active clubs in Canada represents a concerning trend, with groups espousing fascist ideologies emerging in various nations, including Canada and Europe.
Miscellaneous
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago

Self-Proclaimed Fascist Raises $18K and Counting After He's Fired Over Mehdi Hasan Debate

A man identified as a fascist raised over $18,000 after claiming he was fired for his political beliefs during a debate.
fromemptywheel
2 months ago

Expecting Legislators to Lead the Resistance Is a Category Error - emptywheel

Americans have at least three tools to resist fascism: legal, legislative, and via political movement. A great many people have conflated legislative opposition with movement opposition.
US politics
US politics
fromemptywheel
2 months ago

Three Things: Hope Within Us - emptywheel

Fascism's rise and cruelty aim to induce submission; resistance and acknowledgment of diversity are crucial for progress.
fromIndependent
2 months ago

Sinead Ryan: Why I feel a chill in the air as America's Independence Day looms

Donald Trump has systematically undermined democratic institutions while consolidating power. His actions exemplify a shift towards authoritarianism, mirroring early stages of fascist movements throughout history.
US politics
Writing
fromThe New Yorker
2 months ago

Curzio Malaparte's Shock Tactics

Curzio Malaparte, once a supporter of Mussolini, became a significant literary figure chronicling the horrors of Europe during World War II.
Books
fromwww.dw.com
2 months ago

Lost Nazi-era novel becomes bestseller DW 07/01/2025

Sebastian Haffner's unpublished manuscript "Abschied" captures young love against the backdrop of fascism, blending hope and doom in a pre-Nazi Germany.
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Exodus review broadside against Erdogan's Turkey takes the multi-narrative, multi-character route

Director Serkan Nihat's 'Exodus' critiques Erdogan's Turkey through multi-character narratives, depicting education, policing, and persecution but suffers from a didactic style that dulls engagement.
Film
US politics
fromDefector
2 months ago

Against The Day | Defector

Fascism's fundamental instability results in chaos and brutality that can only be fully understood through personal experience.
#immigration
#democracy
fromThe Washington Post
3 months ago
Right-wing politics

Fearing Trump, academics worldwide issue anti-fascist manifesto

Academics worldwide warn that fascism's threat has resurfaced, echoing concerns from a 1925 manifesto against authoritarianism.
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago
World politics

We are Nobel laureates, scientists, writers and artists. The threat of fascism is back | Open letter

Intellectual resistance against Mussolini's fascist regime in 1925 highlights the timeless necessity to oppose authoritarianism and advocate for democracy.
#trump-administration
fromwww.mercurynews.com
3 months ago
Black Lives Matter

No Kings' protests slated for Saturday: What to know about rallies against Trump's policies

Protests against Trump during military parade reflect opposition to perceived authoritarianism and demand for democratic values.
Right-wing politics
fromTruthout
5 months ago

Trump's Education by Indoctrination Must Be Fought With Social Justice Unionism

Trump's administration is eroding constitutional rights and promoting authoritarian control in education.
Right-wing politics
fromTruthout
5 months ago

Trump's Education by Indoctrination Must Be Fought With Social Justice Unionism

Trump's administration is eroding constitutional rights and promoting authoritarian control in education.
fromAbove the Law
3 months ago

Kristi Noem's Goons Just Roughed Up A Sitting U.S. Senator And Called It A Slow Thursday - Above the Law

Senator Padilla's treatment at the hands of law enforcement officials underscores a disturbing trend of aggressive tactics against elected representatives.
SF politics
#andor
SF politics
fromTruthout
3 months ago

Louisiana's Immigration Bills Evoke Apartheid. We Cannot Remain Silent.

Louisiana's anti-immigrant legislation represents a troubling shift towards authoritarianism, posing threats to individual rights and public service integrity.
Left-wing politics
fromThe Nation
3 months ago

Michael Ledeen Was the Forrest Gump of American Fascism

Michael Ledeen's legacy is marked by manipulation, authoritarianism, and a profound contradiction between his self-perception and actual actions.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 months ago

Leaked Video: Kamala Harris Gives Trump-Era Warning, Jokes About Being Unemployed' In Private Speech

Kamala Harris warns about rising fascism and echoes historical lessons from the 1930s in a recent speech.
Podcast
fromDefector
3 months ago

Notes Of Sparkling Authoritarianism, With Jason Steinhauer | Defector

The debate over Trumpism as fascism is settled, sparking urgent questions about addressing its implications.
fromFuturism
3 months ago

Watch a 98-Year-Old World War II Vet Absolutely Demolish a Tesla With a Tank

We've crushed fascism before and we'll crush it again.
Right-wing politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
4 months ago

So Performative': Yale Professors Brutally Mocked for Self-Deporting From U.S. Over Fascism' Fears

We're like people on the Titanic saying our ship can't sink, Shore said. And what you know as a historian is that there is no such thing as a ship that can't sink.
US news
US news
fromwww.nytimes.com
4 months ago

Video: Opinion | We Study Fascism. And We're Leaving the U.S.

Yale professors relocating to Canada symbolizes a call to action amid fear of political repression in the U.S.
fromTruthout
4 months ago

Alliance Between Far Right and Silicon Valley Gives Rise to "End Times Fascism"

the most powerful people in the world are preparing for the end of the world, an end they themselves are frenetically accelerating.
Right-wing politics
Right-wing politics
fromTruthout
4 months ago

Groups Blast Border Czar's Arrest Threat Against Governor as "Gross Overreach"

Tom Homan's threat against Wisconsin Gov. Tony Evers is viewed as an attack on democracy and state autonomy by advocacy groups.
philosophy
fromThe Philosopher
4 months ago

Walter Benjamin's The Critique of Violence: A conversation with James Martel

Walter Benjamin's critique of violence challenges us to examine the interplay between violence and modern political systems.
The distinctions between mythical and divine violence are crucial in understanding contemporary issues surrounding authority and fascism.
fromA Philosopher's Blog
4 months ago

Fascism

One obvious problem, as noted by John Locke, is that "people can apply sounds to what ideas he thinks fit, and change them as they please." This leads to confusion.
philosophy
Board games
fromPolygon
4 months ago

The last Blue Prince secret? Sharp political commentary

Blue Prince, a puzzle game, also delivers a political message regarding censorship, fascism, and political violence through its narrative and mysteries.
US news
fromAbove the Law
4 months ago

Judge Lamberth Will Shank Anyone Who Touches The VOA - Above the Law

Judge Lamberth's ruling preserves Voice of America amid efforts to cut federal agencies under Trump's executive order.
#star-wars
Berlin
fromVulture
4 months ago

Where in the Galaxy Is Andor Now?

The new season of Andor deepens the Star Wars experience with complex themes and a diverse array of planets.
Social justice
fromInverse
4 months ago

The Best Star Wars Show Is Essential To Watch Now More Than Ever

Andor provides a powerful examination of authoritarianism and resistance, making it one of the best Star Wars narratives since the original films.
fromNature
4 months ago

Europe must become a research epicentre as US system gets undermined

The scientific renaissance that once thrived in Europe disintegrated under the weight of fascism, compelling great minds like Einstein to seek refuge in America.
Europe politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 months ago

Hitler's hatred of the scientist had intensified. There was a price on his head': the tragic story of Robert Einstein, Albert's cousin

Robert Einstein was cousin to the famous physicist Albert Einstein, both having a deep familial bond formed during their childhood in 19th-century Munich.
Germany news
SF politics
fromTruthout
4 months ago

Fascism Isn't Coming - It's Here. Now What?

Confronting fascism requires strategic coalition building based on compassion and shared knowledge for safety and justice during challenging political times.
Video games
fromDecider
5 months ago

'The Last of Us' Season 2 Premiere Recap: Grave of the Fireflies

The narrative challenges the false dichotomy between individual desires and collective needs in moral decision-making.
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