They Keep Using That Word… In 1932, “fascism” described a very specific political movement—ultra-nationalist, authoritarian, anti-communist, and rooted in the cult of the state. It meant brown shirts, black boots, secret police, and political violence to crush dissent. It was a doctrine. A regime. A system. Fast-forward to 2025, and the word is basically “I don’t like you” with extra syllables. The