Main Entry: fas·cism
Pronunciation: 'fa-"shi-z&m also 'fa-"si-
Function: noun
Etymology: Italian fascismo, from fascio bundle, fasces, group, from Latin fascis bundle & fasces fasces
1 often capitalized : a political philosophy, movement, or regime (as that of the Fascisti) that exalts nation and often race above the individual and that stands for a centralized autocratic government headed by a dictatorial leader, severe economic and social regimentation, and forcible suppression of opposition
2 : a tendency toward or actual exercise of strong autocratic or dictatorial control <early instances of army fascism and brutality -- J. W. Aldridge>
Well, if it walks like a duck ...
...and quacks like a duck...
Posted by: Kathy | August 05, 2006 at 06:08 PM
Well we're surely being over-run by quacks.
Posted by: Libby | August 05, 2006 at 06:23 PM
"Fasces" were the bundles of straw a Roman Praetor wore on his shoulders, the forerunners of epaulets.
And these guys have webbed feet...
Posted by: actor212 | August 05, 2006 at 07:04 PM
great post...wonderful sum-up
Posted by: enigma4ever | August 05, 2006 at 10:36 PM
Yep. I've been sayin' it for a long time.
Posted by: Chuck | August 06, 2006 at 09:11 AM
The ducks are in Congress. Rummy is not letting Senators have mail from Guantanamo prisoners. Last I checked Senator Leahy was not a security risk, but hey you can't be too careful.
Posted by: Blue Gal | August 06, 2006 at 09:17 AM
Indeed...
Fascism, anyone?
Posted by: HelenWheels | August 06, 2006 at 11:49 AM
yeah, Leahy used the word War Profiteers, and that made Dick say the F word- so that has won him Security Attention...just like Teddy too...geez...hey Blogenfreude I am having a Birthday Party this weekend, come on over...
Posted by: enigma4ever | August 06, 2006 at 12:24 PM
yeah, Leahy used the word War Profiteers, and that made Dick say the F word- so that has won him Security Attention...just like Teddy too...geez...hey Blogenfreude I am having a Birthday Party this weekend, come on over...
Posted by: enigma4ever | August 06, 2006 at 12:27 PM
I thought it was Cheney! If Cheney is about, and someone yells "DUCK!"
you'd better.
Posted by: Miss Cellania | August 06, 2006 at 04:01 PM
This speaks for it self and is why all Americans must unite together to elect “True Progressive Democrats” Now is the time not next year or next month. We must stand together and demand real change. We must be strong, bold and not be afraid to speak up. Say what is on your mind don’t go along with others just because it is the right thing to say politically.
When Americans look back they will see that B$SH was the worst “President” ever elected in our countries history. We can say one thing in defense though and that is we the people did not elect this corrupt, lying, miss leading criminal that we have to call President. He stole the election, which is why he is stealing our future, our children’s future and their children’s future.
This say’s it all http://www.carlsheeler.com/ contribution.htm
NOW is the time to unite, stand proud, speak up, and vote. Vote for “True Progressive Candidates” support all the candidates any way you can. Money is not the only way to support candidates who will fight for us and take back our country. We can encourage our family, friends and coworkers to make sure they vote in the primaries as well as the general election. We can make phone calls, email, and nock on doors or simply send $20 to help support our candidates who will truly represent the people.
Carl Sheeler is such a candidate from RI http://www.carlsheeler.com He has the vision, passion, integrity, and is not afraid to speak up for the people. Carl will defend our constitution and fight for all Americans.
If you have a candidate like Carl please send me their link so I may add it to my blogging for “True Progressive Candidates”
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Posted by: william Shaw | August 06, 2006 at 08:05 PM
Are we there yet?
Posted by: pissed off patricia | August 07, 2006 at 04:22 AM
Great post. This is an administration that has gone beyond the embryonic stages of fascism. Mid-terms? Probably already determined. 2008 election? Probably called off. I'm just saying.
Posted by: DivaJood | August 07, 2006 at 06:42 AM
What's the big deal? English (American) is a pretty flexible language and many words have been sublimated to other than their original meanings. I remember one prominentperson who said a blowjob wasn't a sexual act!
Posted by: william | August 10, 2006 at 07:14 PM