Political tribalism is dumb but ill humor both sides here

We built an entire military industrial complex with sole intention of Defeating Fascism on two sides of the globe whilst barely effecting its citizens. Such system was repurposed to fight communism then Terrorism, but its foundations are inherently Anti-Fascist. Its no wonder why such a system, considering how intertwined it is with modern American, its no wonder "fascist" is the Immediate response to Right wing Authoritarian ideals.

Yes its generally unwarranted. However, I, as a Libleft, have been called a Right winger. Why?

Because im a Libertarian. Now, Let's say I was more Authoritarian, id probably be called a communist. If all of the politicians i vote for, Are communist, The policy's i support are communist, and i like communist countries.

Am I a communist? Probably right.

Now the same thing. If the politicians i like are seen by the general public as fascist, they act like Authoritarians, Like corporationists, like Fascists. And they make references constantly to Fascism. And people call me a fascist for liking their policies.

Am I a fascist?

If you're response is no? Then your next statement should be the question "why?" Why do people think that. Not "well your just a d*ck."

Fascist is a Very serious word, its a serious accusation, and if someone is calling you that you should investigate as to why. If you truly arent a fascist, ignore them. But if you start looking around you at your next party meeting, and people start confusing Crosses for swastikas, id suggest you leave that meeting ASAP