OK, more and more of our “leaders” – and, I’m talking about the progressive ones – are realizing what is happening. As I’ve said here many times – I have serious doubts that many of them (including many in the media) read Project 2025. (It’s still not too late) Had they read the republican’s “manifesto” nothing which is happening would be a surprise. I’m listening to many accepting that FASCISM is here – most of them, however, continue to prefer the euphemism “authoritarianism.” All they need to do is compare what Trump is doing to what took place under Hitler back in the Third Reich. To me, it’s been obvious Trump is a fascist (occasionally, I would use the term “mob boss”) by his narcissistic nature and mob boss tendencies for years. I’m not going to define fascism here (once again) but if you’re not clear you should look it up.
I’ve also pointed out here – since Trump took (lied about) the oath on January 20th, 2025 that Trump will do whatever it takes to prevent democrats from regaining control of the House of Representatives in 2027. I’ve postulated Trump is planning an “emergency” (which he will create) leading to some kind of martial law declaration and a claim we can’t hold the election. For sure, he’s going to CHEAT. (For heaven’s sake, he CHEATS at golf) Well, I hadn’t thought of his most recent plan and that is to get his right wing sycophantic governors to call special elections of their legislatures and redraw their Congressional maps to create more republican districts. Additionally, he’s now proposing to have a census prior to the mid term elections excluding anyone who is not a citizen. He tried this last time around and was clearly shot down by the courts – including the SCOTUS – but, evidently, he thinks he can succeed this time.
Just for one potential reason he might believe the courts won’t interfere with this constitutional overreach – by the most recent reports I’ve read something in excess of 160 judges have received threatening message because they’ve ruled against Trump and for the constitution. Do you really believe Pam Boni’s Justice Department is going to investigate these threats? Of course not, they’re too busy going after the “laundry list” of Trump’s “enemies.” President Obama, President Biden, Hillary Clinton, James Comey (who, by the way was responsible for Trump 1.0 in the first place), Letitia James, Jack Smith, and a bunch more. That’s keeping the DOJ too busy to actually investigate people threatening violent crime.
I’m going to list some of the things I see as reasons why our Mainstream Media (MSM), in my view, should begin using the term FASCISM when defining what is happening to our nation. Yes, there are those in MAGA world who could care less about our constitution and commitment to the “rule of law.” I’m suggesting there would be MORE Americans who don’t want anything to do with a FASCIST government. The easy parallel is the ICE thugs going around pulling people off the streets without warrants and taking them to places which, in essence, means they are “disappeared” from their families. Just like the “Brown Shirts” in Nazi Germany. Maybe one could call Trump’s militia goons, like the Proud Boys and “Oathkeepers,” more like the Brown Shirts and ICE more like Hitler’s and Himmler’s SS. Regardless, we’re seeing parallels to the Third Reich in the United States of America.
Trump (and his sycophants) have long used the propaganda strategies of Hitler and his head of propaganda Joseph Goebbels. I always shake my head when I watch a “progressive” commentator on TV acting with surprise at the fountain of LIES coming from Trump and his “lieutenants.” Trump’s first wife shared he had a book of Hitler’s speeches next to the bed which he would periodically read at night. (Of course, this would contradict reports that Trump can’t or doesn’t read) When the evidence of Trump using the “Big Lie Theory” (he’s developed it – LYING – into a pathological character flaw) is so overwhelming – it’s amazing to me the MSM hasn’t put two plus two together as of yet. His other “Nazi” characteristic is PROJECTION. Many are pointing this out, “every accusation is an admission,” but, as of yet, I’ve heard no one making the connection to Hitler and Goebbels. However, it’s undeniable.
Like Germany in the 1930’s where Hitler began with support from the “business community” (There’s also the parallel’s with Putin’s Russia) Trump has reached a “deal” with a plethora of BILLIONAIRES (ie OLIGARCHS) which is bringing Trump about a BILLION dollars a month, personally, since he’s been in office. Of course those BILLIONAIRES (The Oligarchs Biden warned about) are pulling in exponentially MORE based on the deregulation they’ve been salivating on for years. And, my prediction is, just as in Nazi Germany, in the end those BILLIONAIRES will realize it’s a fool’s errand to do business with Trump.
Trump has attacked the media – getting “deals” with CBS and ABC (so far) where they’ve given him MILLIONS of dollars to settle lawsuits he had no chance of winning – commonly referred to as extortion. (Remember the “perfect” phone call?) He’s attacked a group of law firms who’ve “bent the knee” in some kind of “handshake” deal where Trump gets pro bono legal services and the firms get to enter Federal buildings they would still have been able to enter had they chosen to fight Trump in Court. Trump LOST to the four firms who chose to sue him and, of course, he didn’t appeal the verdicts because, well, he KNEW he was going to lose. I’m not in the “game” of big money lawyers, but if I was the firms without the courage of their convictions wouldn’t be my choice, if you know what I mean.
As for the assault on education first it was Colombia University taking the knee to Trump and the next in line was Harvard, which, so far, is fighting back as Trump attempts to undermine the education system in America. We’ll see what happens with UCLA. Trump is demanding $1 BILLION from UCLA if they want to continue receiving Federal research grants. (Wouldn’t that be ANOTHER “quid pro quo?”) Trust me, Trump is just getting started. I’m anxiously waiting to see how the University of Washington responds when he gets to them. This EXTORTION is FASCISM in plain site – and our MSM keeps referring to it as “authoritarianism.” Call it FASCISM, full stop! Why would anyone seek an education which is defined by Donald Trump or the puppet masters?
An example of Trump’s use of projection was his attack on the court which is hearing the case as to whether his ILLEGAL tariffs are going to be declared ILLEGAL. During his attack he suggested the court, if it rules against the (ILLEGAL) tariffs, will be responsible for a 1929’s type crash to our economy. Well, to me, that’s just Trump thinking ahead. Many of the economists I’ve listened to ( and read) have reminded “we the people” of the “Smoot Hawley” Tariff Act of 1930 signed into law by Herbert Hoover. I’m sure you know where this is going. Those tariffs led to the Great Depression – the opposite of what Trump seems to be suggesting. To me, Trump is, in multiple ways, undermining our economy and he’s simply laying the groundwork for a scape goat when the s**t hits the fan. In the mind of a FASCIST dictator he/she can NEVER do anything wrong.
Speaking of the upcoming recession/depression resulting from Trump’s tariffs I have to mention here Trump consistent attacks on Jerome Powell of the Federal Reserve Board. (The Fed) Trump is pressuring Powell (the Fed) to lower interest rates – notwithstanding the economy was doing well – emphasize on WAS. However, lowering the interest rates when the economy is doing well is a recipe for out of control inflation – which would make the upcoming recession/depression much worse. That is for us peons. Remember, when the economy goes in the tank the OLIGARCHS are there to “pick up the pieces” and, therefore, become even RICHER! Trump wants them to be able to do so with LOWER interest rates! (“We the people” – including MAGAts – have no idea what deals are being made)
A couple more details re: fascism: Extorting CBS wasn’t enough. In order for their parent company, Paramount, to merge with “Skydance” – one of Larry Ellison and son’s businesses – CBS announced the Late Night show with Stephen Colbert is canceled as of the end of this season in May. Allegedly, Trump was threatening to block the merger without getting a “pound of flesh.” For those who don’t watch the show – crickets – but, in reality, this is simply another sign of how slow moving Fascism works – and, we’re pretty much there.
I mean, take a quick look at the Department of Justice and the FBI. These “treasures” of America’s nearly 250 year existence (OK, they weren’t here the entire time) were supposed to be operating independently since the days of Watergate. Norms are nothing to Trump. You can’t find anyone more sycophantic to Trump the the AG Pam Bondi, or Kash Patel, the head of the FBI. We’ve already seen the evidence Civil Right’s violations and White Collar crime will NOT be investigated in Trump’s DOJ – unless, of course, they can “pin” something on a democrat. Polluting the DOJ, the MSM, and the education system plus becoming partners with the OLIGARCHS who can’t seem to get enough MONEY is obvious evidence the Project 2025 puppet masters have long term fascist ambitions. Trump is their convenient “carnival barker.” Trump may be the most prolific LIAR of all time – perfect for their manifesto.
I’ve said this before – one thing which I’m uncertain about is how long it will take for “we the people” to recover from this, if it’s possible at all. What we’re likely to see in the 3 1/2 years we have left of Trump 2.0 (He’s already selling hats with “Trump 2028” on the front) is a realigning of the world away from the U.S. We’re already seeing this in Canada. Trump is a toxic word to about 75% of the people of Canada (ahead of the 56% in America). Europe, as well, will be realigning with other countries – they are – were – the leading trade partners with the U.S. (That 186,000 tons of Brazilian beef that’s facing a 50% tariff has to go somewhere)
So, we can expect Trump will attempt to realign the U.S. with China, Russia, and North Korea. It’s been obvious from the start Trump is attempting to reign like his idol Vladimir Putin. The two of them are planning to meet in Alaska next week to “solve” the Ukrainian war. Trump has no idea he’s being “played” like a cheap fiddle by Putin. Expect nothing different after their meeting. By rights, once Putin sets one foot on Alaska soil he SHOULD be arrested and sent to the International Criminal Court (ICC) where there’s a warrant out for his arrest – due to his voluminous history of ordering WAR CRIMES. Of course, the U.S. isn’t part of that entity because of our history of committing WAR CRIMES. Putin and Trump will come up with a “deal” which strips land and “rights” from the Ukrainians and they’ll say “all is well.”
My guess is the Ukrainians will, once again, be forced to give Trump/Putin the middle finger. The point, however, is that this meeting is further evidence of America’s fall from grace. Let’s hope this fascism doesn’t continue to spread around the world. Watch the actions of Steve Bannon and (f)Elon Musk. I always say, “Rights are much easier to LOSE than to REGAIN. Yikes!!!
Final Thought: I’ve pointed out here the foundation of a fascist regime is a government/corporate partnership. Well, if you needed more evidence you just needed to look at Apple’s CEO pandering to Trump last week and then, just today, NVIDIA and AMD striking a “deal” where the government gets 15% of the profit if they “let” the two AI chip behemoths sell their “stuff” to China. So, is the Trump administration going to demand a “cut” of the profits to allow companies to get “cut outs” of the ILLEGAL tariffs? The MAGA world is getting a good look at the REAL “swamp” as Trump is cutting “deals” with BILLIONAIRES. He’s getting richer by the minute and they’re about to lose their health care and food assistance. And, Trump will figure out how to get them to blame democrats! Stay tuned…..