Fascism

The term remains notable as a powerful and contentious label in political discourse, often used to describe systems or leaders perceived as autocratic, militaristic, and hostile to democratic norms and individual rights. Its historical associations with regimes in Italy and Germany make it a potent, and often controversial, point of comparison in modern political debates.

Recently, the term has been in the news due to discussions about former U.S. President Donald Trump. Several international news outlets have reported on an exchange where Trump was asked if he is a fascist and responded in a manner that did not reject the label, quipping "Just say yes... I don't mind." This incident has sparked further commentary and analysis from various media sources examining the use and applicability of the term in contemporary politics.