from a freedom perspective fascism and communism are virtually the same thing. The differences melt away under the power of the state run by cronies.
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Communism
Seeks a classless society.
Communism
Seeks to eliminate religion.
Communism
No private ownership of land or property.
Communism
Seeks an international revolution.
Communism
Has a socialist economy.
Fascism
Wears uniforms usually of a certain color.
Fascism
Condemns socialism and supports private property.
Fascism
Has a special salute.
Fascism
Views women as inferior despite its public rhetoric.
Fascism
Defends private property
Fascism
Each class in society has a place and function.
Fascism
The state must struggle to survive even if it means war.
Fascism
Does not follow a predefined ideology.
Fascism
Appeals to the middle-class and industrialists.
Fascism
Use of ancient myth of racial superiority incorporated into society
Both
Government controls all human activities.
Both
No individual rights.
Both
Glorifies the military and war.
Both
Has a secret police.
Both
Attempts to control religion.
Both
Its ideology is most important or paramount.
Both
Dictatorial one party rule.
Both
Devotion to the state is most important or paramount.
Both
Total control of the press.
Both
Ultra-nationalism: country and/or race.
Both
Authoritarian leader knows all and is "worshipped".
Both
No unions or strikes.
Both
Use of propaganda to control the thoughts and actions of society.
Both
Use of youth groups.
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Use of mass rallies and parades to foster support
