Fascism
Definition
Fascism is an authoritarian political ideology characterized by dictatorial power, extreme nationalism, suppression of opposition, and strong control over society. It often involves a single leader who promotes aggressive policies and suppresses individual freedoms.
Analogy
Think of fascism as a strict parent who imposes strict rules at home, doesn't tolerate any disagreement from their children, and expects complete loyalty. The parent exercises total control over everything in order to maintain order and unity.
Related terms
Totalitarianism: Totalitarianism refers to a form of government where there is centralized control over all aspects of public and private life.
Propaganda: Propaganda involves spreading biased information or ideas to shape public opinion in favor of a particular ideology or regime.
Dictatorship: A dictatorship is a form of government where one person holds absolute power without any checks or balances.
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- Fascism is distinguished by:
- Because of the following reasons, fascism is distinct from authoritarian regimes present in other nations, such as Iran and Russia:
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