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J_William_Ryan

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1. A lot of the anger among conservatives stems from
Sun Nov 23, 2025, 04:39 PM
Nov 23

an unwarranted fear of positive, beneficial change, diversity, and expressions of individual liberty.

Conservativism is fundamentally reactionary and authoritarian, seeking to compel conformity and silence dissent, a longing for an idealized American past that never actually existed.

Fear among conservatives combined with ignorance and blind partisanism results in hate, anger, and contempt for those perceived to be different or at odds with conservative political, social, economic, and cultural dogma.

As America becomes more diverse and inclusive, the anger of the fascist right only increases.

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