Re: Forwarded from Anthony (on Peron)

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From: Louis Proyect <lnp3@xxxxxxxxx>
Subject: Forwarded from Anthony (on Peron)


> Hi Lou
>
> A paragraph on the Peronism/fascism debate.
>
> I propose we use this definition of fascism.
>
> Fascism - and all of its varieties - are mass
> movements of the petty bourgesoisie mobilized against
> the working class. Period, punto final.
>
> This is true whether they are in imperialist
> countries, semi-colonial countries, or elsewhere.
>

This is WAY too simplistic. Modern (post-war), European fascism has been a
very much working-class affair. For example, in the UK the BNP are getting
nearly ALL their support in working-class areas. e.g coming second to Labour
with 27% in a council election in Bexleyheath, east London last week. It is,
sad to say, the Left that has become a "movement of the petty-bourgoisie".

James Tait