cross-posted from: https://lemmy.ml/post/25031373

source https://x.com/sycamoressource/status/1881480658746527907

1932 was a pivotal year in the Nazis’ ascent. It’s a terrifying parallel for today

Leading Civil Rights Lawyer Shows 20 Ways Trump Is Copying Hitler’s Early Rhetoric and Policies

Here’s the list from that second article. Article goes into detail for each.

1. Neither was elected by a majority. (not relevant now this was 2019)

2. Both found direct communication channels to their base.

3. Both blame others and divide on racial lines.

4. Both relentlessly demonize opponents.

5. They unceasingly attack objective truth.

6. They relentlessly attack mainstream media.

7. Their attacks on truth include science.

8. Their lies blur reality–and supporters spread them.

9. Both orchestrated mass rallies to show status.

10. They embrace extreme nationalism.

11. Both made closing borders a centerpiece.

12. They embraced mass detention and deportations.

13. Both used borders to protect selected industries.

14. They cemented their rule by enriching elites.

15. Both rejected international norms.

16. They attack domestic democratic processes.

17. Both attack the judiciary and rule of law.

18. Both glorify the military and demand loyalty oaths.

19. They proclaim unchecked power.

20. Both relegate women to subordinate roles.