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Saturday, February 25, 2023
14 Defining Characteristics of Fascism
14 Defining Characteristics of Fascism
1. Powerful and Continuing Nationalism.
Fascist regimes make constant use of:
* Patriotic mottos
* Slogans
* Symbols
* Songs
* Flags
2. Disregard for Human Rights
Human rights can be ignored because of fear of enemies and the need for security.
As a result, people tend to:
* look the other way
* approve of torture
* approve of long incarcerations of prisoners
* approve of executions and assassinations
3. Identification of Enemies as a Unifying Cause
People are rallied into a unifying patriotic frenzy over the need to eliminate a perceived common enemy:
* racial
* ethnic or religious minorities
* liberals
* communists
* socialists
* terrorists
4. Supremacy of the Military
* The military is given a disproportionate amount of government funding
* Soldiers and military service are glamorized
5. Widespread Sexism
* The government tends to be almost exclusively male-dominated.
* Traditional gender roles are made more rigid.
* Divorce, abortion, and homosexuality are suppressed.
6. Controlled Mass Media
* The media is directly or indirectly controlled by the government.
* Censorship is very common.
7. Obsession with National Security
* Fear is used as a motivational tool by the government over the masses.
8. Religion and Government are Intertwined
* Governments use the most common religion in the nation as a tool to manipulate public opinion.
* Religious messages and terminology are common from government leaders.
9. Corporate Power is Protected
* Mutually beneficial business/government relationship.
10. Labor Power is Suppressed
* Labor unions are seen as a huge threat to a fascist government.
* Labor unions are either severely suppressed, or are eliminated entirely.
11. Disrespect for Intellectuals and the Arts
* Open hostility to higher education.
* Professors and other academics are censored, or even arrested.
* Free expression in the arts and writing is openly attacked.
12. Obsession with Crime and Punishment
* Local police are given almost limitless power to enforce laws.
* People are often willing to overlook police abuses in the name of patriotism.
* Often a national police force with virtually unlimited power.
13. Rampant Cronyism and Corruption
* Friends and associates appoint each other to government positions.
* Officials use governmental power and authority to protect their friends from accountability.
14. Fraudulent Elections
* Elections are often a complete sham.
* Elections may be manipulated by smear campaigns.
* Manipulation of the media to control elections.
* Occasional assassination of opposition Candidates.
Friday, February 24, 2023
Florida responds to threats against Jewish community ahead of ‘National Day of Hate’
In the interest of public safety, Florida law enforcement officials are increasing their presence across the state amid reports of a planned “National Day of Hate” targeting the Jewish community and other faith-based organizations. The National Day of Hate" is planned for tomorrow, Feruary 25.
Residents are encouraged to report suspicious activity to local law enforcement agencies or by calling 855-FLA-SAFE. If there’s an emergency, the FDLE said you should call 911.
Read More HERE
A Word From Jessica Vaughn
Jessica talks about important school budget concerns, boundaries, Ron DeSantis' hit list and other topics.
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White House rips Florida's new gun proposals following Orlando shooting
A day after an Orlando television reporter was killed on the job, White House Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre on Thursday criticized Florida Republican leaders for proposals (HB 543 and SB 150) that would allow people to carry concealed weapons without licenses.
“This is the opposite of common-sense gun safety,” Jean-Pierre said during a press briefing.
“And the people of Florida, who have paid a steep price for state and congressional inaction on guns, from Parkland to Pulse Nightclub to Pine Hills, deserve better.”
More HERE
Florida bill bars women’s studies, inclusive programs & more
Under Governor Ron DeSantis, Florida is moving to even further damage the education system.
A new bill attacks all university courses that fall under headings like critical race theory, gender studies, women’s studies, and intersectionality, and forbids universities to make statements on inclusion or diversity.
Read More HERE
Full Text of the Bill HERE
All Tampa Needs Is More Pigs
The Tampa City Council heard the latest crime and staffing statistics from its police department during a Thursday workshop.
And while some law enforcement officials say they're nearing an adequate number of cops, others believe more officers are still needed.
More HERE
Proposed School Voucher Expansion - $209 Million or $4 Billion?
Florida House analysts estimate that a proposal to make all students eligible for taxpayer-funded vouchers would cost $209.6 million next year, while critics say that dramatically underestimates potential costs.
...the House’s cost estimate is far lower than a projection released by the Florida Policy Institute, a non-profit group that opposes the voucher expansion. The group published a report this month that said the bill could cost the state about $4 billion in the initial year and pointed to issues such as the potential elimination of current family-income caps to receive vouchers.
More HERE
WTF is going on in the Fascist dictatorship of Flor-i-DUH
"If this doesn't make you throw up, then there is something wrong with either your hearing or your understanding of WTF is going on in the Fascist dictatorship of Flor-i-DUH.
Actually, DUH would be MUCH better than the dictatorship. And this is how tyranny and dictatorships DO take over: step by step with citizens letting them happen, because they just can't believe it.
That goes for you, too, FL Supreme Court. YOU'll be in the camps, too, because he'll be done with you after you shred the last of the constitution he needs, so he'll toss you to the aligators. Talk about DUH!!!!"
Susan Smith
Thursday, February 23, 2023
USF students walk out of classroom in statewide protest against DeSantis' education policies
Students across the state of Florida, including hundreds around the Tampa Bay area, walked out of their classes at noon Thursday. It was part of an organized protest against Gov. Ron DeSantis' education policies and threats to defund diversity programs.....MORE
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'I want free money': A quick search can help Floridians find unclaimed funds
One in five people have unclaimed property, the Florida Department of Financial Services said on its website. So how do you find out if you have unclaimed funds? Through a quick search that takes less than 30 seconds, of course.....HERE
School choice expansion bill advances as cost disagreements emerge
Two Democrats joined the majority in advancing a school choice bill through committee, as lawmakers discussed the estimated costs for expanding vouchers to all families regardless of income....MORE
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