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this post was submitted on 06 Oct 2024
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To everyone pearl clutching in response to this correct meme with one of the following phrases:
"That's how you create an echo chamber"
"paradox of intolerance doesn't say how to fight fascism"
"This is about silencing opposing thought"
I would like to take this moment to remind you that the paradox of intolerance isn't about exiling those who disagree on economic policy; it's about recognizing and directly opposing those who are trying to harm or disadvantage others and doing so in a meaningful way that will actually change the outcome. You can't debate Hitler out of doing a genocide, but you could have jailed him before he gained power.
Being too spineless to call out and fight intolerance enables fascism. The longer you live wrapped up in your civility politics, the overton window shifts further right, and it strengthens the fascist support. It happened in pre-WW2 Germany, and it's being repeated in dozens of countries worldwide. If you feel the urge to block me, go ahead...
...but know that this is your fault
Edit: spelling
The paradox of intolerance is not a paradox. Tolerance is a social contract, folks who demand us tolerate intolerance are violating the social contract and should be ignored.
Sorry, tone doesn't come across well. I can't tell if you're trying to correct me on a point, because I agree with you.
I read it as continuing your train of thought.
You do indeed agree.
Thank you!
Big aside:Maaaaaan, I catch myself doing this all the time. Posting what I think is :yes, and... But people don't realize that and think I'm disagreeing.. and then much confusion ensues.
Tldr, I gotta stop assuming shit and be better at setting context..
I've just realized that my tendency to start comments irl and online with "Yeah..." might in part be a defense mechanism to avoid being misunderstood as disagreeing.