Spanish Forum Debate on Rise of New Fascism

The rise of new fascism: Labels hiding real power

In a political forum, an initial post opens a debate on the "rise of new fascism." From there, 109 replies span 905 days. The thread becomes a battlefield where accusations of fascism, communism, and social democracy intersect. The discussion is less about facts than labels. And beneath the labels lies an uncomfortable question: who really holds power?

The origin: A video by Mauricio Schwarz

The trigger is a video by educator Mauricio Schwarz. According to participants, it criticizes Ayn Rand and defends social democracy. This ignites passions. One sector accuses him of being "pogre" and pro-non-white immigration. Another defends him as cultured and coherent, albeit arrogant. The discussion shifts to whether Schwarz is a fraud or a biased intellectual. The most repeated conclusion: he is not a fraud, but his ideological bias is evident.

Labels as weapons

The thread fills with labels. Some say the left has abused its reliance on minorities, creating "political orphans." Others claim identity politics on the right are paid for by evil elites. The left is accused of media censorship, and the right of failing to deport immigrants. The word "fascism" appears and disappears. One participant argues that in Spain there is no fascism, only "nerdy Cayetanas" led by a PP reject. The true danger, they say, is on the left. Another responds that the fascist who hijacked Spain in 2020 belongs to a red party. The discussion hardens.

The economic argument: Surplus value and the State

Amid the noise, an economic argument emerges. Schwarz is criticized for selling 80-cent Chinese mugs for €16 while talking about surplus value. "Surplus value only exists when someone else takes the margin," one participant jokes. There is debate on whether social democracy is an achievement or a scam. Some say the richest countries are social democracies. Others reply that the poorest are too, and that 110% GDP debt disproves the achievement. The discussion moves toward freedom and taxes. "Do you respect my freedom not to have sens with you?" asks one, illustrating that conditional freedom is not freedom.

The evolution of the debate: From Schwarz to jihad

Over time, the focus shifts. It is no longer just about Schwarz. Messages appear on immigration, fascism, and freedom. One participant asks for "all possible support" for Schwarz, because "he is very left-wing, but that doesn't stop him from selling you a Chinese mug for £16." Another replies with "here comes jitlaaaaaaaaa." The discussion polarizes. Talk turns to "new fascism" and "technocratic communist dictatorship." The underlying question: what is worse, communist dictatorship or new fascism? One participant summarizes it: "Throwing out trash with a card or chip while a camera watches you, or having Nancy."

The close: The disorienting data

The thread reaches no conclusion. Labels keep flying. But there is a disorienting fact: 109 replies, 905 days, and not a single agreement. The debate on new fascism becomes a debate on labels. Meanwhile, real power remains there, indifferent to the noise. Or isn't it?