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The American Way of Fascism
Black Agenda Radio with Margaret Kimberley and Glen Ford
02 Feb 2021
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Margaret Kimberley · The American Way of Fascism

In an essay for Prison Radio, Mumia Abu Jamal cited journalist Chris Hedges’ contention that “the Christian Right is always “ready to support repressive measures against all who do not embrace their movement.” American fascism has distinctly Christian characteristics, according to the nation’s best known political prisoner.

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