This is insane.

Macron's party colluded with the far-left socialists in order to block a Le Pen win.

200 candidates dropped out last week, coalescing against the "far-right".

Well the coup just paid off.

The socialists just won FIRST PLACE.

It looks like France will not…

— End Wokeness (@EndWokeness) July 7, 2024

Winning an election is treason

I need a Time Pool Marsey stat

Better to just stay home then don't vote.

!nonchuds

Recipie:

2kg chicken carcass

Add 1 onion for stock.

Fill with cold in pot, no butchering needed

Boil for 1 hour.

Take chicken and onion out

Add chopped onion, carrot, courgette, garlic, chilli, ginger, cabbage, radish and celery.

Boil veg for 30 mins with salt and pepper, turmeric, oregano and dill.

Take apart cooked chicken and keep bones for later roasting for more stock.

Chop chicken to whatever size you want.

Simmer for 15 mins

Serve with celery leaf and olive oil paired with buttered bread!

!besties

Why do I listen to you people every two years

Why do I always believe you

Every single fricking time "no carp honest it's coming home this time for sure"

And then shit like this

EVERY TIME

Kick a Spaniard in the teeth.

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The religious LOONIES ARE DISGUSTING. When right thinking folks confronted them in pioneer square because of their support for worship of horny toads, religious LOONIES began masturbating and moaning and flinging tampons at worshippers. It was quite the sight and immediately publicized by Marjorie Taylor Greene in her bid to prove God exists. (-46)

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Interesting that the Usual Suspects consider Christianity on its own as white supremacy, Nazism, "Proud Boy"-ism, etc. I can only hope that the new DA actually follows up and puts these losers in prison where they belong once his term starts.If you want to be "progressive" and enact social change go volunteer at Sisters of the Road, the Oregon Food Bank, H4H or a soup kitchen. Don't protest a bunch of Christians having a peaceful event and yell insults at them. It's not productive and it literally does nothing except add to the total amount of suffering and negative energy occurring at any given time. (30)

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Well, they might actually be "Antifa" since we are walking the road towards Christian Nationalism. (-11)

They're antifa because they're a violent mob, and that's what antifa has always been. skinheads and the black bloc have been attacking each other in streets of Europe for decades, because that's what they do. But a christian event isn't a fascist mob. They're not storming the fricking beaches of normandy, they're smashing up store fronts and beating people for their opinions.You don't have to pick between one violent mob and the other. They're both terrorists who use violence and intimidation to achieve their goals. (16)

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Nope, frick those buttholes, they are not welcome here. We don't need to hear about their imaginary friend nor why that allows them to take away our liberty (-30)

Too stupid to see he is the same by violently removing their liberty.Edit: since Apparently this comment got me shadowbanned or something.. just wanted to point out that no one has posted links of how THIS group has acted violently or aggressively. Instead only one side in this video is visibly using terrorism to silence others. Also don't give me shit about Christians being violent when you are cheering a group that is wearing the colors of a known terrorist group. (9)

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The German version of Nazi (the Nazis actually didn't call them selves that, that was a name made up by the Allies) is Nationalsozialistische deutsche Arbeiterpartei which translates to "National Socialist Germany Workers Party". Hitler spoke about being a Socialist in his speeches often, but he wasn't referring to Socialism in a Communism Light sense that many Americans have coined it as. The NSDAP was very against Communists, as where incidentally The Anti Fascist movement where as well. That's actually one of the three down arrows in their symbol. (Monarchy, Fascism, and Communism) (5)

I will not link to "Mein Kampf" here, but I have skimmed it because my family lived through the war and immigrated here, and there is actually an interesting section where Hitler is clearly laying out his positions on Unions, social democrats, and communists - which he is all negative on. But he is also negative on pure capitalism for mistreating workers too. Basically, he says unions are run by self-important people who like to order the rank and file around. He says he can briefly sympathize with people who want to support social democrats except he considers them misguided, and he totally dislikes communists. He criticizes ruthless industry leaders who keep the working class in marginal conditions. But then Hitler offers an even worse program - he essentially blames the problems of capitalism on owners from certain ethnic groups such as jews or old royalty, and he says that what we really need is an outbreak of patriotism and nationalism which will result in company owners volun... (1)

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!britbongs

!trekkies what do you guys think was the point of this character considering how she ended?

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American queen in Germany retrofitting two AC units into her apartment because she was raised to have agency instead of sitting back and taking shit from the universe. pic.twitter.com/q20Q0ghddI

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The political right often rejects claims that Donald Trump is a fascist. This debate is complicated by fascism's slippery nature, which can resemble authoritarianism, totalitarianism, or military dictatorships. Modern authoritarian regimes like Hungary and Russia further muddy the waters by maintaining the appearance of democracy through elections. Even as Republicans restrict voting rights, they argue that America remains fundamentally democratic. I aims to demonstrate that Trump meets the criteria of fascism using a comprehensive definition from Robert Paxton's "The Anatomy of Fascism."

What is Fascism?

Paxton's definition of fascism in "The Anatomy of Fascism" is chosen for its comprehensive analysis and distinction between fascism and other authoritarian systems. It also divides fascism into stages and shows how they are achieved or how they fail. It helps the reader understand that fascism is not merely a cult of personality where Mussolini or Hitler and their policies define what fascism is. What Hitler and Mussolini did is often what defines so called "liberal fascism", while neglecting the other components that make up fascism. My use of this definition is to avoid such incomplete analysis.

According to Paxton:

"Fascism may be defined as a form of political behavior marked by obsessive preoccupation with community decline, humiliation, or victimhood and by compensatory cults of unity, energy, and purity, in which a mass-based party of committed nationalist militants, working in uneasy but effective collaboration with traditional elites, abandons democratic liberties and pursues with redemptive violence and without ethical or legal restraints goals of internal cleansing and external expansion."

This definition can be broken down into several key components:

1. Political behavior characterized by:

• Obsessive preoccupation with community decline, humiliation, or victimhood

• Compensatory cults of unity, energy, and purity

2. Mass-based party of nationalist militants collaborating uneasily with traditional elites

3. Abandonment of democratic liberties

4. Pursuit of internal cleansing and external expansion through redemptive violence, without ethical or legal restraints

How is Trump A Fascist?

Political Behavior—Obsessive preoccupation with community decline, humiliation or victimhood

Here are there quotes from a recent Fox News interview with Brian Kilmeade about Biden and Democrats:

"He's absolutely destroyed this country."

"He's being laughed at by the leaders of foreign countries. It's ridiculous that he's our president."

"More about policy than anything else and these radical Democrats are all radical everyone that they're talking about is a radical left lunatic and whether it's Biden or whether it's somebody else I think it's the same. They want open borders they want all the things we just discussed and much more. No more gasoline powered cars. They want you to go all electric, which don't go far and made in China; very expensive. They, you know, as an example I say it's almost embarrassing to have to even say, they want men playing in women's sports."

In this interview, Trump and his supporters paint Biden as a national embarrassment, whose policies are supposedly destroying America. They criticize Biden's stance on renewable energy, immigration, and transgender rights, framing these issues as evidence of America's decline. This narrative of national decay and embarrassment sets the stage for a sense of victimhood and persecution.

Trump and his base often portray themselves as victims of the media, claiming that the press unfairly targets and vilifies them. This belief is held regardless of whether they feel the criticism is deserved or not.

While these statements might not be strong indicators of fascism, they do provide insight into Trump's political behavior and his ability to shape public opinion by exploiting fears of decline and outsider threats.

Political Behavior—Compensatory cults of unity, energy, and purity

This component, and the next, are crucial as they highlight that fascism is more than just a cult of personality, which is how it is often simplified in the media. By examining the behaviors and beliefs of those within Trump's circle, we can better assess whether he can be considered a fascist, regardless of his self-perception.

Trump's description of the assassination attempt at the Republican National Convention (RNC) is telling:

"I raised my right arm, looked at the thousands and thousands of people breathlessly waiting, and started shouting Fight! Fight! Fight!... When my clenched fist went up high into the air, the crowd realized I was okay and roared with pride for our country like no crowd I have ever heard before..."

Trump's interpretation of the event equates the crowd's enthusiasm for his survival with their passion for the nation. In Trump's narrative, he and the country are one and the same, indicating that he sees himself as the embodiment of a movement fueled by his unique vision for America.

This sense of unity and purity is further emphasized in another quote from his RNC speech:

"Our resolve is unbroken, and our purpose is unchanged: to deliver a government that serves the American people better than ever before. Nothing will stop me in this mission because our vision is righteous and our cause is pure. No matter what obstacle comes our way, we will not break, we will not bend, we will not back down. And I will never stop fighting for you, your family, and our magnificent country. Never."

Here, Trump presents himself and his supporters as righteous and pure, invoking religious notions to justify their political agenda. The fact that the RNC audience cheers on this statement despite its antithesis to democratic pluralism is concerning. Trump's rhetoric leaves no room for legitimate opposition, casting those who challenge him as impure or even unpatriotic.

The support Trump receives from his base further solidifies this dynamic. Many Trump supporters at the RNC wore bandages on their ears in solidarity with him. Figures like Kid Rock, whose Instagram proclaimed, "You frick with Trump, you frick with me!" embody the loyalty of Trump's followers. The Republican Party's continued endorsement of Trump as their standard-bearer indicates their alignment with his vision for the country.

Mass-based party of committed nationalists militants work in uneasy but effective collaboration with traditional elites

Fascism is not merely about the figurehead but also about the social landscape surrounding him. Let's examine this aspect by starting with the relationship between far-right nationalists and traditional elites, which is often uneasy but can be functionally collaborative.

Two recent examples from U.S. politics illustrate this dynamic:

Firstly, consider the recent Republican National Convention (RNC) vote, where Mitch McConnell, a long-serving Senator and instrumental figure in conservative politics, was booed by attendees. McConnell embodies the definition of a traditional elite within the Republican Party. Despite his successful tenure in the Senate, including his role in securing two Supreme Court seats for conservative justices, he was met with disdain by RNC attendees. This reaction is particularly notable given the successful advancement of the conservative agenda through the Court, with landmark decisions such as the overturning of Roe v. Wade and Chevron deference.

The second example is the insurrection attempt on January 6, 2021, led by Donald Trump and his supporters. Far-right militant groups like the Proud Boys and Oath Keepers were present and prepared to commit acts of violence. When former Vice President Mike Pence, a long-serving Republican and loyal supporter of Trump, declined to overturn the election results, these militants turned on him. Despite Pence's four years of service to the conservative movement, his adherence to the law was met with calls for his murder, with insurgents chanting, "Hang Mike Pence."

This tenuous relationship between far-right nationalists and traditional elites is exemplified by these two cases. In the political arena, figures like Trump, McConnell, and Pence share a common vision for the country. However, outside these halls, Trump can leverage the support of far-right militants to exert pressure on more moderate conservatives, as seen during the insurrection attempt. Traditional elites like McConnell and Pence benefit from the support of the far-right base while also needing to maintain a delicate balance to avoid backlash.

In this context, Donald Trump serves as a central figure, navigating both worlds and utilizing them to further his agenda.

Abandons democratic liberties

This criterion expands our understanding of fascist aims beyond just Trump or his supporters, highlighting how fascism poses a direct threat to democratic institutions and the liberties they guarantee. In Trump's statement about the purity of his cause, he emphasizes his determination to overcome any obstacle, including those posed by democracy and the rule of law.

Trump has suggested that, if reelected, he might weaponize the FBI, despite acknowledging the potential consequences for American democracy. A leader committed to preserving democratic norms would instead ensure the lawful punishment of political enemies, thereby upholding democratic liberties and avoiding any actions that could endanger the nation.

Since losing the 2020 election, Trump has consistently denied the validity of the results, claiming without evidence that the election was stolen. This rejection of election results undermines the most fundamental aspect of democracy. What makes this particularly egregious is that Trump is willing to abandon democratic liberties in his pursuit of power. Trump and his allies are already laying the groundwork to challenge the 2024 election results, citing unsubstantiated concerns of fraud.

In another concerning development, the conservative-leaning Supreme Court, in Trump v. United States, ruled that the President "may not be prosecuted for exercising his core constitutional powers" and is "entitled to presumptive immunity from prosecution for his official acts." This decision effectively places the Office of the President above the law, preventing accountability for the most powerful position in the nation—a departure from democratic principles.

Additionally, Trump has vowed to deport up to 11 million undocumented immigrants using the military, a plan that violates the Posse Comitatus Act. This Act prohibits the involvement of federal troops in civilian law enforcement. However, Trump has disregarded this Act, stating that undocumented immigrants are not civilians but rather "people that aren't legally in our country."

Trump's brand of fascism sacrifices democratic liberties and norms to serve his pursuit and retention of power. He seeks revenge on political enemies, disregarding the legal justifications, and works to "purify" the nation. That last clause might be a strong phrase but....

Pursues with redemptive violence and without ethical or legal restraints goals of internal cleansing and external expansion

Trump's characterization of immigrants reveals a lot about his perspective and intentions:

"They're poisoning the blood of our country...They've poisoned mental institutions and prisons all over the world...They're coming into our country from Africa, from Asia...all over the world they're pouring into our country."

By describing immigrants as "poison," Trump implies that removing them would have a purifying or healing effect on the nation. Immigration is a significant issue for conservatives, and they are likely receptive to Trump's plan of action. Similarly, during his Veterans Day speech in New Hampshire, he vowed to:

"Root out the Communists, Marxists, fascists, and the radical left thugs that live like vermin within the confines of our country...[They] lie and cheat and steal on elections, and will do anything possible, whether legal or illegal, to destroy America and the American dream."

Trump's rhetoric has been identified as echoing Nazi language. Critics often argue that using Nazi rhetoric does not necessarily make one a Nazi, and thus the left's concerns are overblown. However, this component of fascist behavior is about the means fascists employ to achieve their goals. In Trump's case, how does he intend to "root out" these people or deport immigrants? As discussed previously, he has shown little regard for legal constraints, and his actions are likely to violate democratic norms.

The specter of violence looms large within Trump's rhetoric, and with a cause he deems pure and righteous, along with followers eager to act, the potential for violent outcomes increases. Similarly, Kevin Robert, President of the Heritage Foundation and an acquaintance of Trump, has characterized the "radical left" as "coming for your freedom, your God-given rights, and our national soul." Robert further asserted:

"We are in the process of the second American Revolution, which will remain bloodless if the left allows it to be,"

Here, Robert strongly insinuates that he and his far-right militants are prepared for redemptive violence to restore their vision of America. Trump's rhetoric and that of his far-right allies indicate a readiness to employ violence in pursuit of their version of the "American dream," raising serious concerns about the potential for future unrest and the erosion of democratic norms.

Trump is a Fascist

To sum it up, Trump's narrative consistently revolves around the idea of national decline and humiliation, cultivating a sense of victimhood among his supporters. He evokes religious notions of purity and unity, entwining his personal interests with the nation's, which leaves no room for legitimate democratic opposition. Trump's false claim of election fraud and his disregard for democratic institutions, norms, and liberties further bolster the case for his fascist tendencies.

Indeed, one of the clearest indicators of Trump's authoritarian inclinations is his pursuit of power with no ethical or legal restraints. His rhetoric demonizes immigrants and his political opponents, using Nazi phrases like they're his own. Trump's loyal base of committed nationalist militants includes far-right groups like the Proud Boys and Oath Keepers, who were present during the January 6 insurrection. In concert, they pose a direct threat to democratic ideals. Traditional elites within the Republican Party, though maintaining an uneasy relationship with these militants, ultimately benefit from and contribute to Trump's fascist agenda. As Kevin Robert, an acquaintance of Trump's, insinuated, Trump and his followers are prepared to use redemptive violence to realize their vision for America.

Donald Trump is a fascist.

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Bc servers only make $3/hr … how do you not know that? (-21)

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Servers usually make only 2.13 an hour and the tips are pretty much the only thing they work for and the thing that actually pays their bills. It's not necessarily an entitlement, but a need for them to survive. (-16)

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Im in california, they make minimum wage at least $16 and they still expect 20% (14)

No they don't. That's complete bullshit … (-12)

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So then in your example, who is abusing the worker? The customer or the owner? (1)

Absolutely the owner. 10000%. This is not the customers responsibility. It's fricked up that the situation is such that a human is making $80/wk working full time without those tips. I would abolish tips and estate proper minimum wages IN AN INSTANT if I could. The system is unfair and fricked.AND YET. People will go hungry tonight explicitly because other people feel they are "refusing to take part in some bullshit tipping culture". I understand. I fricking do. I'm just saying that there are thousands of single mothers out there who are simply a victim of circumstance. No opportunities. Small town America. I'm saying don't fight your social justice tip battles with those women. You think you're doing good, and that's the most disgusting fricking part.Vote. Protest. Write your governor. Refusing to tip single mom Suzy is NOT FRICKING HELPING, and you're NOT A HERO for it, quite the opposite.I have tried to demonstrate I understand how fricking bullshit tipping culture is, and then I tried... (0)

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Servers usually make only 2.13 an hour and the tips are pretty much the only thing they work for and the thing that actually pays their bills. It's not necessarily an entitlement, but a need for them to survive. (-16)

No server makes $2.13. Most servers make more than most regular jobs pay.But, if they did make that little, I didn't sign them up to work for that. Why should I be made to pay their wages (whatever they deem that as) because their bad choice of a low paying job?No person would work for $2.13. Not in this day, anyways. Most brag how much they make. That's as bad as the myth saying: "they make negative/pay out of pocket if cheap people don't tip!!!1"Edit: if a server doesn't make minimum wage in all states, the employer legally has to cover it. (6)

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Because it's the standard (-6)

I don't know why this is getting downmarseyd. It is the standard. I sometimes think people on here are just angry idiots downvoting anything that appears to be pro-tipping.I'm massively anti tipping - I think the tipping culture has become abhorrent and ridiculous. Tipping everywhere, huge tip amounts, double tipping. All that bullshit.But it is the standard. And that's why it's so awful and so hard to get around. Because it's everywhere.But it is the standard. It shouldn't be, and while everyone keeps just tipping and ignoring the "No tip" option, it is going to continue to be.But it is the standard. At the moment. (1)

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In a shock move, Google abruptly confirmed on Monday that its long-awaited killing of Chrome's dreaded tracking cookies has just crashed and burned. The company was struggling to agree on an approach with regulators that balanced its own interests with those of the wider marketing industry—but no one expected this.

Whoever runs the Libertarian Party of New Hampshire's Twitter account might very well be one of us. In the past, the account has repeatedly dropped trollbait gems like this and this and this, but the account hit new levels of ragebait trolling after Trump's assassination attempt when it posted this:

Donald Trump absolutely deserves the death penalty.

The only reason to be glad the shooter missed is that the RNC probably would have appointed someone worse.

The account has also posted several other troll tweets about the assassination attempt, such as this and this and this and this and this.

The reactions were, of course, swift and immediate. Here are just a few from the original post:

@LPNational You need to immediately disavow this and ensure this account is taken down. The damage it is doing to the party is immeasurable.

You should delete this along with your account.

Another reason no one takes Libertarians seriously... In case anyone needed more.

Getting shot by some random psycho is not "the death penalty" you absolute moron

You can't even do libertarianism right, which depends on rule of law, let alone anything more high minded

Stole a page from the Destiny playbook eh?

Go back to arguing that drivers licenses existing is a threat to freedom and leave the real politics to the adults

Have to unfollow you on this one. I have enjoyed some of your efforts to push the narrative but this is not Libertarian in any way. Pathetic actually.

Not really sticking to the whole "non-aggression" principle, huh.

Perfectly timed ragebait

The tweet was, of course, reposted by countless rightoid accounts that trade in outrage, such as (to name just a few)...

Insane Cope:

They saw Destiny's breakdown and thought "let me one up that"

Floridagirl0850:

Whoever runs this account should delete it.

FuckKoroks:

The "Libertarian party" is literally just a bunch of leftists pretending to not be leftists.

LPNH has contact information, let's see if we can get their social media guy fired.

HalfTangible:

We don't have a third party.

Bryan Bourque:

It might be @LPNH that gets me to swallow my pride and vote Trump.

This is why we need involuntary commitment to insane aslyla.

Andrew Jensen:

I hope Donald Trump bans the libertarian party and they're all sent to Guantanamo.

...and many, many, many more.

You gotta give the Paultards credit for one thing: if anything, they are great at stirring up online neckbeard drama.

@Aevann, Marseybux for documenting rightoid infighting pls.

Their Twitter account was recently uncovered, let's meet our full-blooded American hero

At least they died doing what they loved 😓 BTW If my last tweet ever was a reply to catturd engagement farming I'd kill myself

A truly nonviolent Christian who doesn't make light of people getting murdered 🛐

When his brains were splattered his IQ didn't drop at all!

Trump lost his least racist supporter, what a tragedy

In case the DEI one didn't convince you

This is why the Russian bot narrative is false - why do you need bots when real patriots will reply to your engagement farm organically?

He'll get to meet his heroes soon

Engagement farmers lost their strongest soldier and most loyal reply guy

This guy is the perfect representation of what it means to be a patriot

OH NO BUT WHAT ABOUT HIS DAUGHTER AND STUFF

She should follow in her father's footsteps. But judging by her FB post, it looks like she's prettying herself up for that juicy fox consultant salary.

Anyways, killing people is bad and I condemn it and stuff.

Summary

Joe Biden has been missing for five days after announcing he has COVID-19, raising concerns about his leadership and decision-making.

Highlights

• ❓ Where is Joe Biden? He hasn't been seen for 5 days.

• 📉 Biden dropped out of the presidential race via a tweet.

• 🤯 His absence during a crucial time raises eyebrows among commentators.

• 📞 Kamala Harris spoke to Biden over the phone but he's still not visible.

• 🇮🇱 Israeli Prime Minister visited, but Biden was MIA, breaking tradition.

• 🗳️ Concerns grow about who is truly running the U.S. government.

• 🗣️ Biden claims he will continue to campaign for Kamala Harris.

Key Insights

• 🤔 Unprecedented Absence: Biden's five-day disappearance during a critical political moment is unprecedented, leading to speculation about his health and capabilities.

• 📱 Social Media Announcement: Resigning via a tweet instead of a formal address highlights a concerning trend in political communication, reflecting a potential disconnect with traditional norms.

• 🔍 Public Skepticism: The public's skepticism about Biden's COVID-19 diagnosis and absence indicates a growing distrust that could impact future elections.

• 🎤 Virtual Presence: His absence from the public eye, even during important events, raises questions about the effectiveness of leadership in a digital age.

• 🤝 Succession Concerns: The conversation around Kamala Harris stepping into a more prominent role suggests uncertainty about the administration's future direction.

• 📊 Media Narrative: The media's focus on Biden's absence and its implications may influence public perception and voter sentiment leading up to elections.

• ⚖️ Political Strategy: Biden's ongoing commitment to campaign for Harris, despite his absence, reflects a strategic attempt to maintain party unity amid uncertainties.

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