A professional historian looks at SciFi

Discussion in 'General Discussion' started by DKR, Nov 13, 2025 at 23:06.


  1. DKR

    DKR Raconteur of the first stripe

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  2. duane

    duane Monkey+++

    Good one. Thank you for the heads up. Only disagreement I have is it is not happening in a vacuum and that an unintended effect may be that the process will be used to the advantage of the Muslim groups. They have a base that is both controlled and resistant to the propaganda that is appealing to the masses in the west. They also have both a long term goal; and money, They are ruthless in suppressing any internal dissent and masters in the art of brain washing their followers. It has grown from a small cult to a force that has several times nearly controlled the world.
     
  3. Bandit99

    Bandit99 Monkey+++ Site Supporter+

    "Fascism is a far-right, authoritarian political ideology characterized by dictatorial power, forcible suppression of opposition, and strong regimentation of society and the economy. It emphasizes extreme nationalism, often prioritizing the nation and race above the individual, and typically involves a single, charismatic leader and a cult of violence and purity."

    I can agree with everything he said and its constant usage for political purpose has indeed diluted it. Very few things in life are black and white or can fit in a pigeonhole even though that's what people like to do. Example: The cause of the Civil War. Most will say, 'Slavery' but that was only one of the many reasons.

    Fascism does have some good points like quick and cost-effective government. The problem is that it can go too far and there is no way to turn it off, redress grievance or change anything without the dictator's approval. Plus, the human condition of power corrupting even the best people or leading them into insanity. Monarchy is another example. Good video.
     
  4. Bandit99

    Bandit99 Monkey+++ Site Supporter+

    I do think mass immigration is the cause of many problems concerning Muslims. A controlled and better immigration policy based on merit would be the solution or stop immigration for a decade or more. Why do we even have it? Frankly, I think we no longer need it and it is more harm than good. I say this even though I truly wish my niece to immigrate here.
     
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