Neo-Nazi and fascist ideologies are on the rise in modern America. From the riots in Charlottesville, to theactive online presence of white nationalists, a clear problem is resurfacing. Who are these Nazis? Where do they come from? Do they deserve sympathy (No)? Do they deserve respect (Also No)? How do they impact the media sphere?
A fascist reading of any text can provide a multitude of interesting interpretations as well as pose an ethical quandary; is representation of Nazi ideology ethical? In looking at several examples of popular media, we can examine the effects of semitic coding, implicit and explicit Nazi iconography, and undeserved redemption.
The following examples all serve to show the influence of the media sphere on Neo-Nazi ideology:
Superman: Implicit Nazi iconography and blatant antisemitism
My Little Pony: Forgiveness is undeserved
Cabaret: Explicit anti-fascism still draws a fascist audience
The Wizard of Oz: Coded antisemitism in media
These call into question not the ethicality of Nazis, but the portrayal of any type of media when interpreted by fascists.
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