Can the term ‘cloud fascism’ help us understand – and resist – the hard right? | Ece Temelkuran
Europe | The GuardianSaturday, May 10, 2025 at 7:00:48 AM
The article explores the concept of "cloud fascism" as a metaphor for the unpredictable and pervasive nature of far-right ideology, arguing that it spreads randomly like clouds and poses a danger as people retreat into isolation. The author suggests this framework could help in understanding and resisting the hard right.
What This Means: The article highlights the evolving tactics of far-right movements, framing them as diffuse and hard to pin down, which complicates resistance efforts. It underscores broader concerns about the rise of authoritarianism and the need for new strategies to counter it in an increasingly polarized world.
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