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What is Facism? Fascism is a far-right, authoritarian, and nationalist ideology that emphasizes the supremacy of the state and the subordination of individual rights to the collective interests of the nation. It is characterized by a centralized government, suppression of opposition, and often, a dictatorial leader. Key elements of fascism include: 1. **Authoritarianism**: Fascist regimes are marked by a strong, centralized authority that seeks to control all aspects of society. 2. **Nationalism**: Fascism emphasizes the importance of national identity and often promotes an aggressive form of nationalism that seeks to expand the nation's territory or influence. 3. **Suppression of opposition**: Fascist regimes typically suppress dissent and opposition through censorship, propaganda, and violence. 4. **Militarism**: Fascist regimes often glorify military power and use it to achieve their goals. 5. **Economic intervention**: Fascist regimes may intervene in the economy to promote national interests and control key industries. 6. **Anti-democratic tendencies**: Fascism is often hostile to democratic institutions and values, such as free elections, individual rights, and the rule of law. 7. **Cult of personality**: Fascist leaders often cultivate a cult-like following and promote themselves as infallible leaders. Fascist ideologies have been associated with various historical figures and movements, including Benito Mussolini in Italy, Adolf Hitler in Germany, and Francisco Franco in Spain.
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Well, that's true on the yes men. He would fire anyone that disagrees with him! lol But in all fairness we probably needed an 'authoritarian' at this point to get us back on track. Let's hope he reins it in once we get thing working again. Bukele is the same figure in El Salvador - you needed to clean up the mess. As Maximus says, "I will give you Rome, and you decide what to do with it." Anything less and Trump has failed.
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Yeah good points. As long as there is a government, what is best is a monarch. Unfortunately our empire is so overgrown and gives all the wrong kinds of power to the president, all the wrong incentives, and very few of the good ones, the ones that would tend to allow him to really get things in line, like selling off assets and cutting bureaucracy unilaterally. He can do some of that, but not all. He's using what little management they offer him though.
That's fine - We have Nostr! Good-bye Trump! (Sidenote: I'm for a lot of what Trump is doing but holly shit, does he have to be so authoritarian? - the answer is probably yes until we get the garbage cleaned up but this is ridiculous) Does not matter - #Bitcoin going to fix all this.
This is why I like crypto anarchy I have no interest in voting for "red free speech" or "blue free speech." Like Eric Hughes wrote, I do not wish to restrict speech at all. I don't like TikTok. I don't like red racism I don't like blue racism. There are even worse things I prefer to not mention, but I wish to preserve an open society. An open society means some people will say shit I don't like, but freedom is not free and this is a small price to pay.
His logic cannot faulted on this. The value of the permit should be high if it’s worth zero otherwise. 50/50 seems like the reasonable starting point. But that makes a permit-independent platform worth twice as much, because it doesn’t have to share ownership at all.
**Donald:** *[Takes a seat gracefully]* You've got a nice place here. Honest work. Family business, I presume? **Mr. TikTok:** Yes, been in the family for generations. I'm just trying to keep it running. **Donald:** That's admirable. These days, not everyone understands the value of hard work and tradition. **Mr. TikTok:** Can I offer you something? Coffee, perhaps? **Donald:** No need, thank you. I'm here to talk about a mutual opportunity. **Mr. TikTok:** *[Uncertain]* Opportunity? **Donald:** Yes. You see, the world's changing. Sometimes, unfortunate events happen. Accidents. It's wise to have friends who can make sure those accidents don't affect good folks like yourself. **Mr. TikTok:** I'm not sure I follow. **Donald:** *[Leans in slightly]* Let me be direct. For a mere 50%, my associates and I can ensure that your business remains... uninterrupted. Safe from any mishaps.
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does your social media platform have a permit? because if not, then it's worthless.
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