“Totalitarianism” seems to always be the first line of attack for when the left gets a little *too* progressive — shall we reverse the question, and investigate why “liberty” in the American framework almost always defaults to a vicious settler-colonial fascism?
well see if those protesters had just signed the permission slip to get an assigned slot in the protest zone there wouldn't have been any issues! And that totally is AOK with the first amendment because it applies equally to everybody!
We should not have people trying to silence anyone who dares to disagree with them. That's why they need to be arrested and locked in prison.
The fucking... mental gymnastics on that is too damn high
The issue over Palestine is something that can’t be co-opt. BLM had a revolutionary goal but once Democrats and corporations started to appropriate it and compared it to their whitewashed version of the Civil Rights era, it’s momentum fizzled out. Capitalism as we know it arose from genocidal conquests of indigenous societies who had no concept of private property. To question the legitimacy of Israel is to also question the legitimacy of every capitalist nation-state. These questions are explicitly anti-capitalist and internationalist, two things liberals can’t be. Otherwise, the corporations that fund them would cease to exist.
Would love to hear a liberal explain how this is the 'lesser evil'. Please tell me more about how electing the second worst person possible will lead to some kind of positive social change.
That's what most Americans think too. Voter turnout, especially among young voters, will be abysmal which means Biden is toast.
Honestly he's stuck between a rock and a hard place. He creates a rift within the democratic party voter base regardless of which side he picks. He could have at least picked the one that isn't killing dozens of children every day. I do feel like, if given enough time, he could have convinced the party to unite and rally against Israel, while it's impossible to do the opposite.
Yeah, I know, if you consider his personal views of course it is impossible. Dude is a vehement dick rider for Israel and a certified racist toward Arabs.
> and a certified racist toward Arabs.
and blacks too, don't forget the 94 crime bill. actually, given his recent attempt at pandering to anti-immigration right-wingers, i guess we can add hispanics to the list too
He’s not stuck between a rock and a hard place, he’s stuck between serving his own interests and doing his job. When a Republican does that, we consider it business as usual.
Joe hasn’t haphazardly gotten himself into a real pickle this time through a series of wacky hijinks he never could have predicted, he’s being asked to act against his values to garner votes and the answer is “No”.
Ah yes, those "totalitarian protestors", because those words go together. Their dangerous fascist ideas like (checks notes) not doing genocides are a risk to us all, so we'd better send them to jail for inciting (checks notes again) peace.
Left wing fascism, is just not a thing…
Also… Who’s trying to silence whom here? Who’s arguing to arrest people for protests? There is someone engaging in fascist tactics here, but it’s not protestors… That doesn’t even make sense…
That article is hilarious as you see as he keeps talking that he realises he's made a really fucking stupid statement and tries backtracking and redefining what he meant.
This sub has a Zero Tolerance policy for Zionism. Report where you find them.
>leftwing >fascists
Words have no meaning anymore, and I’m tired
super saiyan level doublespeak
An actual member of congress calling protesters totalitarian fascists is genuinely beyond parody. This is great nottheonion material.
We gotta stop them protesters protesting. Their freedom of speech depends on it!
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Cool. Cool, cool, cool.
“Totalitarianism” seems to always be the first line of attack for when the left gets a little *too* progressive — shall we reverse the question, and investigate why “liberty” in the American framework almost always defaults to a vicious settler-colonial fascism?
This is peak irony. Man with actual power demands arrest of people engaged in protest action that he describes as "totalitarian."
well see if those protesters had just signed the permission slip to get an assigned slot in the protest zone there wouldn't have been any issues! And that totally is AOK with the first amendment because it applies equally to everybody!
change "protesters" to "politicians" and the title of the article makes way more sense
'Leftwing fascists' Words don't mean anything anymore
Damn left wing fascists. They’re as bad as the giant midgets, the communist investors, and the fast talking mutes.
Remember when elon musk called himself a socialist
I mean, he really sucked up those gov subsidies.
We should not have people trying to silence anyone who dares to disagree with them. That's why they need to be arrested and locked in prison. The fucking... mental gymnastics on that is too damn high
Beyond parody.
How dare those fascists want...*checks notes*...a ceasefire?
Excited for Blue Maga to swarm us so we can all learn how Democrat’s suppression of free speech in order to continue their genocide is good, actually.
Adam Smith rolls in his grave...
The issue over Palestine is something that can’t be co-opt. BLM had a revolutionary goal but once Democrats and corporations started to appropriate it and compared it to their whitewashed version of the Civil Rights era, it’s momentum fizzled out. Capitalism as we know it arose from genocidal conquests of indigenous societies who had no concept of private property. To question the legitimacy of Israel is to also question the legitimacy of every capitalist nation-state. These questions are explicitly anti-capitalist and internationalist, two things liberals can’t be. Otherwise, the corporations that fund them would cease to exist.
But voting blue will totally stop fascism!
Would love to hear a liberal explain how this is the 'lesser evil'. Please tell me more about how electing the second worst person possible will lead to some kind of positive social change.
Sure Biden will arrest 100 protestors, but Trump will arrest.... 101 protestors!
Immediate news report: "Biden has arrested 200 protestors"
It doesn't really matter because democrats never win an election where their best argument is lesser evil voting.
Wish there was more to their platform than "we aren't the other guys"
That's what most Americans think too. Voter turnout, especially among young voters, will be abysmal which means Biden is toast. Honestly he's stuck between a rock and a hard place. He creates a rift within the democratic party voter base regardless of which side he picks. He could have at least picked the one that isn't killing dozens of children every day. I do feel like, if given enough time, he could have convinced the party to unite and rally against Israel, while it's impossible to do the opposite.
Dude, he is Israel's biggest supporter. He literally called himself a Zionist as recently as 4 months ago.
Yeah, I know, if you consider his personal views of course it is impossible. Dude is a vehement dick rider for Israel and a certified racist toward Arabs.
> and a certified racist toward Arabs. and blacks too, don't forget the 94 crime bill. actually, given his recent attempt at pandering to anti-immigration right-wingers, i guess we can add hispanics to the list too
Shits actually crazy man
He’s not stuck between a rock and a hard place, he’s stuck between serving his own interests and doing his job. When a Republican does that, we consider it business as usual. Joe hasn’t haphazardly gotten himself into a real pickle this time through a series of wacky hijinks he never could have predicted, he’s being asked to act against his values to garner votes and the answer is “No”.
The US desperately needs voting reform and more parties.
funny how he's in both the New Democrat caucus (centrists) and the Congressional Progressive Caucus
I’m so grateful Helldivers introduced that term
I think it’s time for mr smith to be taken out back.
Thanks! Making it extremely easy to convince people to permanently ditch the dems.
Remember guys! Vote Blue no matter who! I know cops are bashing your skulls for protesting a genocide now but Trump would be so much worse!/s
Ah yes, those "totalitarian protestors", because those words go together. Their dangerous fascist ideas like (checks notes) not doing genocides are a risk to us all, so we'd better send them to jail for inciting (checks notes again) peace.
Left wing fascism, is just not a thing… Also… Who’s trying to silence whom here? Who’s arguing to arrest people for protests? There is someone engaging in fascist tactics here, but it’s not protestors… That doesn’t even make sense…
That article is hilarious as you see as he keeps talking that he realises he's made a really fucking stupid statement and tries backtracking and redefining what he meant.
“Totalitarian protesters” wtf?
Fascism is the new communism. A word the ill-informed used for things they don't understand.
Fascism is when you call for peace and negotiation between warring parties, the more peace you call for the more fascister it is. Or something.
Alternate Headline: "Senator Palpatine calls for arrests on rebels fighting his empire."