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 When someone shows images of homeless people → then immediately cuts to Nazi leaders in full regalia, that juxtaposition is not neutral. It is almost always doing one or more of these things: 1. It implies “society is broken.” The homeless imagery is used as the problem. It’s a visual shorthand for: chaos decline disorder societal failure “look how bad things have gotten” This part is meant to evoke fear, disgust, or hopelessness. 2. The Nazi imagery becomes the “orderly alternative.” Showing Nazis in uniforms, parades, rigid formations, etc. is a way to frame authoritarianism as: disciplined strong clean efficient the solution Even if the creator doesn’t say it out loud, the implication becomes: “THIS chaos (homelessness) → could be fixed by THAT order (fascism).” That’s a classic fascist propaganda move. 3. It pushes an emotional shortcut, not logic. Juxtaposition is not an argument. It’s emotional manipulation. It skips over: the real causes of homelessness the brutality of fas...

 The monied class wields disproportionate control over government policy through campaign financing, lobbying, and strategic influence over media and public discourse. By funding political candidates and parties, wealthy individuals and corporations ensure that elected officials prioritize their interests. This influence often manifests in tax cuts for the rich, deregulation of industries, and policies that promote capital accumulation over social welfare. Politicians dependent on these funds rarely challenge the status quo, creating a cycle where economic power reinforces political dominance. Through lobbying and revolving-door relationships between government and private industry, the monied class shapes legislation and regulatory frameworks to serve their bottom line. Industries such as finance, pharmaceuticals, fossil fuels, and defense invest heavily in lobbying efforts, resulting in laws that favor corporate profits—even when they conflict with public health, safety, or econ...