You just expressed, in a nutshell, the problem that the Left has in understanding fascism. There is no overarching metaphysical theory of fascism,
Excellent point CB!! Fascism, IMO, is generally just a "catch-all" title for totalitarian regimes that don't neatly fit into other definitiona. They are not particularly based upon a specific ideology, but rather incorporate aspects of socialism and capitalism, where their leaders see fit, and it doesn't undermine their authority. And they centralize cultural control over its citizenry. Regimes such as Mussolini, Saddam, and I opine, increasingly prevalent in China, where Maoism is giving way to Capitalism, without requisite political pluralism.
Btw, I agree with KLP about your talents....
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