I'm teaching Toni Morrison's "Racism and Fascism" piece next week. I plan to focus on her argument that people who engage in fascist behavior often do it because it's fun and thrilling.
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Sharon
i think about this photo a lot
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Until you realize your gigantic mistake.
These folks who are thrilled by fascism should remember who picks their fruit and veg
"I didn't mean MY housekeeper (lawn care, nail artist, caregiver, etc.)!"
Even more so if Armageddon has air conditioning.
Take the colonel, here. He could be from 2025, 1925, 1825…
Is it the same, depending on how we define the 'Other' that society is directing its negativity at?
Or does Privilege make the difference?
Following the prescribed narrative allows people to take pleasure in the expected injuries to parties they dislike
The star can never really lose