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May 18, 2026
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Jack Jedwab: If the United States is ‘fascist,’ what on Earth are Russia and Iran?
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Jack Jedwab: If the United States is 'fascist,' what on Earth are Russia and Iran?
The recent surge in political discourse has seen a number of commentators and opinion makers label the current regime in Washington as “fascist.” At first glance, this might seem like an overstatement or even a smear tactic. However, to unpack such claims properly, we need to understand the context and implications.
Firstly, it is essential to define what we mean by "fascism." Historically, fascism refers to a far-right political ideology that emphasizes authoritarian nationalism, state control of economic res…
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