What do Fascism, Communism, and Radical Islam have in common?

What do Fascism, Communism, and Radical Islam have in common?

(All quotes are from the online encyclopedia, Wikipedia)

I. Fascism

Most people readily recognize the oppressive regimes of Hitler and Mussolini during early and mid 1900s. These are familiar, historical, examples of Fascist Governments. Fascist organizations are sadly, alive a well, throughout the world. A few Fascist groups in the United States of America are: the neo-Nazi or “skinheads;” the Ku Klux Klan (KKK); and the New Black Panther Party (NBPP) for Self-Defense.

Most Fascist groups are typically referred to as being “extreme conservative,” or “extreme right” politically. However, the designation of Fascism being exclusively “extreme conservative” is false. To be false, only one example to the contrary is required, and the group, the New Black Panther Party (NBPP) for Self-Defense is that example. The NBPP is definitely not “extreme conservatives,” they aren’t even “conservatives.” Still, they are a Fascist organization.

What is a Fascist government/organization?

"Fascists promote a type of national unity that is usually based on (but not limited to) ethnic, cultural, national, racial, and/or religious attributes. Various scholars attribute different characteristics to fascism, but the following elements are usually seen as its integral parts: patriotism, nationalism, militarism, totalitarianism, anti-communism, economic planning (including corporatism and autarky), populism, collectivism, autocracy and anti-liberalism (i.e., opposition to political and economic liberalism)."

Mussolini defined Fascism as, "being a collectivistic ideology in opposition to socialism, classical liberalism, democracy and individualism." He wrote in The Doctrine of Fascism:

"Anti-individualistic, the fascist conception of life stresses the importance of the State and accepts the individual only insofar as his interests coincide with those of the State, which stands for the conscience and the universal will of man as a historic entity. The fascist conception of the State is all-embracing; outside of it no human or spiritual values can exist, much less have value. Fascism is therefore opposed to that form of democracy which equates a nation to the majority, lowering it to the level of the largest number. We are free to believe that this is the century of authority, a century tending to the 'right', a Fascist century. If the nineteenth century was the century of the individual we are free to believe that this is the 'collective' century, and therefore the century of the State."

Only individuals with their own agendas can, or will, deny the horrific treatment of minorities during the rule of the World War II Fascist governments. Millions and millions murdered in an insane effort at total annihilation of the Jews and other minority groups. Thus, it is a fore gone conclusion that one of the chief aims of Fascists organizations is the suppression or destruction of minorities, specifically Jews.

"Fascism is “typically” an extreme “conservative or ‘right’ olitically.” As we have seen, there are exceptions to this simplified categorization. Since most organizations do fit within this simplistic model, for this discussion, we will accept that Fascist organizations are typically to the far right on the political philosophy continuum. We found, “Fascist organizations to be in opposition to socialism, classical liberalism, democracy and individualism.”

II. Communism/Socialism

We now understand that Communism/Socialism is a natural enemy to Fascism. However, what exactly is Communism/Socialism?

"Communism is a socioeconomic structure that promotes the establishment of a classless, stateless society based on common ownership of the means of production. However, Marx and Engels argued that communism would not emerge from capitalism in a fully developed state, but would pass through a "first phase" in which most productive property was owned in common, but with some class differences remaining. The "first phase" would eventually evolve into a "higher phase" in which class differences were eliminated, and a state was no longer needed. Lenin frequently used the term "socialism" to refer to Marx and Engels' supposed "first phase" of communism and used the term "communism" interchangeably with Marx and Engels' "higher phase" of communism.

Communism and Socialism are not exclusively interchangeable. However, they are near enough to allow using them as if they were. Using the two terms interchangeably has historical precedence, “In the late 19th century the terms ‘socialism’ and ‘communism’ were often used interchangeably.” All examples are from the Russian Communist form, Leninism-Marxism, because this form is best known.

"In Marxism-Leninism, Socialism is the intermediate system between capitalism and communism, when the government is in the process of changing the means of ownership from privatism, to collective ownership. But, whereas earlier socialists often favored longer-term social reform, Marx and Engels believed that popular revolution was all but inevitable, and the only path to socialism. Communism attempts to offer an alternative to the problems believed to be inherent with capitalist economies and the legacy of imperialism and nationalism. Communism states that the only way to solve these problems would be for the working class, or proletariat, to replace the wealthy bourgeoisie, which is currently the ruling class, in order to establish a peaceful, free society, without classes, or government."

One of the most controversial, and polarizing, characteristics of Communism is its view toward religion.

"Another reason many people fear Communism is that it is usually atheistic. Marx denounced religion as "the sigh of the oppressed creature, the heart of a heartless world...the spirit of a spiritless situation. It is the opium of the people." Communism holds religion as a tool used by society to pacify its members. Communism was seen as an attack on the freedom of religion, and most religious groups are very strongly opposed to Communism."

The primary objective of Communism as clearly stated in 1960 by the then Soviet leader, Khrushchev.

"Khrushchev repeatedly disrupted the proceedings in the United Nations General Assembly in September-October 1960 by pounding his fists on the desk and shouting in Russian. On 29 September 1960, Khrushchev twice interrupted a speech by British Prime Minister Harold Macmillan. . . . Later Mr. Khrushchev pulled off his right shoe, brandished it at the Philippine delegate on the other side of the hall and banged the shoe on his desk. . . . On another occasion, Khrushchev said in reference to capitalism, "Мы вас похороним!" (My vas pokhoronim!), translated to "We will bury you."

Recognizing the absurdity of his threat, Mr. Khrushchev later attempted to rationalize his previous behavior.

"This phrase, Мы вас похороним!" (My vas pokhoronim!), ambiguous both in the English language and in the Russian language, was interpreted in several ways. Later, he would refer back to the comment and state, "I once got in trouble for saying, 'We will bury you'. Of course, we will not bury you with a shovel. Your own working class will bury you."

We clearly see that Communism’s primary goal is to destroy the Western Capitalistic way of life and replace it with a one-party government. As in Russia, this new government will “nationalize” all industry. Redistribute “wealth,” abolish all individual rights, except for a small group of ruling “Elitists” called party bosses.

All initiatives for excelling in work will disappear, because everyone (excluding the Elitists party bosses) will earn the same whether you are a high achiever or just merely show up at work. Freedom of Religion will be nonexistent because there will be no approved religion. Throughout the Cold War the Soviets were supporters of all governments the Western Capitalistic countries opposed. Perhaps the most noted case was the Middle East. Where we supported Israel, the Communist Soviets supported all Arab nations and terror groups that tried repeatedly to destroy Israel.

If the ultra-liberals, or “neo-communists,” are successful in achieving their semi-hidden agenda, Mr. Khrushchev’s prediction of us being “buried by our working class,” will come true. Their agenda is only "semi" hidden because it is hidden in plain sight. ery few are looking or care about our individual freedoms. Or, that is what appears obvious on election day. We will have universal medical coverage at last! However, the quality will be terrible. Many health care providers will be unmotivated to spend an extra minute with you, and that extra minute could be the difference of life or death. Why will this be common? They will receive the same income whether you recover or not.

Once wealth redistribution occurs, everyone’s (except the “Elitist” ruling group) quality of life will decrease greatly. The “argument” for complete (exclusive of the “Elitist” ruling group) redistribution of wealth will help no one. After the initial redistribution, no one will be motivated to achieve additional wealth since everyone receives “equal” income. All this will achieve is to make everyone (except the “Elitist” ruling group.) poor.

Everyone (except the “Elitist” ruling group) will finally be “equal.” However, in that scenario, no one (except the “Elitist” ruling group) will have an opportunity to improve their quality of living nor will they be able to improve the future for their children. By now, the question is who is this “Elitist” ruling group?

They are a small group of individuals believing themselves to be more intelligent, and better educated, than the average individual. Further, they assume the average individuals are incapable of thinking for themselves, therefore this “Elitist” group has the responsibility and the right, to make decisions for he masses. Similar “Elitist” groups are found in all Communist countries. After all, Communism is opposed to Democracy and individual rights. Essentially, they have all proven to be governments, “of the few, by the few, for the few.”

III. Fascist Islam

Radical Islamism, or Islamic Terrorists, has tragically become a common reality. There are many branches, or splinter groups, some names are easily recognizable while others are less known.

“Islamic terrorism" is itself a controversial phrase, although its usage is widespread throughout the English-speaking world. Bernard Lewis believes that the phrase "Islamic terrorism" is apt, because of "the essentially political character which the Islamic religion has had from its very foundation and retains to the present day. An intimate association between religion and politics, between power and cult, marks a principal distinction between Islam and other religions."

Below is a brief discussion of one of the most infamous groups, Al-Qaeda, and some of their admitted reasons (excuses) for fighting a Jihad.

"Many of the violent terrorist groups use the name of Jihad to fight against Christians and Jews. An example is Bin Laden's Al-Qaeda, which is also known as 'International Islamic Front for Jihad Against the Jews and Crusaders'. Most militant Islamists oppose Israel's policies, and often its existence."

"In addition, Islamist Jihadis, scholars, and leaders opposed Western society for what they see as immoral secularism. Islamists have claimed that such unrestricted free speech has led to the proliferation of pornography, immorality, secularism, homosexuality, feminism, and many other ideas that Islamists often oppose. . . . bin Laden almost always emphasized the alleged oppression of Muslims by America and Jews when talking about them in his messages."

This topic is so vast and complex we will not discuss it further at this time. However, we have quickly discovered one, and possibly the major motivation for the Jihad “fought” by the Islamic Terrorists, or Radical Islamists. A major objective is the total destruction of the Western Capitalistic governments/cultures, specially the United States of America. In addition, and most important, is the complete and utter annihilation of Israel.

Another goal is to force every country to become a Fundamentalist Islamic State in the likeness of present day Iran. If this becomes a reality, all individual rights and freedoms will disappear. We will then be governed by a very small, “Elitist,” fanatically religious, group.

Islamic Terrorism is essentially a political ideology camouflaged as religion. As such, it does not easily fit on the political philosophy continuum model. However, Islamic Terrorism, or Radical Islamism, must be included with the other political philosophies.

IV. Summary

We have briefly reviewed Communism, Fascism, and Radical Islamism. Typically, the three are considered exclusive and opposed to one another. However, we discovered striking similarities. All three “political philosophies” have several objectives in common. All three have attempted, and continually strive for, the complete destruction of the Western, primarily the United States of America, and all Judeo-Christian Culture.

The Communists tried, for almost three-fourths of a Century, to accomplish this through external force. Since that was unsuccessful, the “neo-communists” are now attempting to take control from within our existing society. They use deceitful tactics, such as appearing to support the “working class,” while secretly plotting to remove all individual rights and freedoms.

The “neo-communists” are also weakening our security by openly admitting and then supporting, illegal immigrants, with our tax dollars. They further weaken our security by recklessly giving away strategic geography (Panama Canal, by Jimmy Carter), and deserting strategically placed friendly partners (Shah of Iran by Jimmy Carter). A final question, do we need another Jimmy Carter? I don’t think so.


Finally, a simplified answer to the question: “What do Fascism, Communism, and Radical Islam have in common?"

They all exist for two inclusive purposes. First, each desires the complete destruction of all Western, Judeo-Christian Culture. After accomplishing the first objective, they want to replace all world governments with an “Elitist” ruling few, and eliminating all individual rights.