The article “The Last Days of Discourse” asserts that the second Trump administration poses a significant threat to democratic governance while also resembling a farcical regime. As the anniversary of the 2024 election approaches, the question arises whether this administration can be classified as fascist. Observations include the use of federal police at political rallies, martial law declarations, and dubious deportations—all indicative of authoritarian rule.
While critics find parallels with fascist governance, the article argues that Trump’s administration lacks the violence and ideological coherence historically associated with fascism. Instead, it reflects the characteristics of a tyrant—chaotic and arbitrary, focused solely on personal gain, and manipulating public fears. This tyrannical behavior undermines communal and political life, leaving citizens isolated and fearful.
The article concludes by pondering how tyrannies typically end, often through the downfall of the tyrant or popular uprisings spurred by the tyrant’s exploitative practices. Ultimately, it suggests we might hope for the regime’s demise through natural causes or societal pushback.
