I believe in this instance and think it’s a sign that more conservatives are starting to discover the Fediverse.
I use Lemmy and the Fediverse because I believe in the same principle that brought it to life: decentralization. Nobody owns the whole thing.
That means conservatives, liberals, anarchists, and everyone else can run their own servers and speak their minds.
If we accept that idea for one group, we have to accept it for all. Otherwise, the whole project turns into the same centralized system we all claim to be against.
Conservatives get told we don’t belong online in certain spaces, but the Fediverse isn’t one of those places. It’s built so we can set up our own instances, moderate them our way, and still be part of the larger conversation.
That doesn’t mean forcing others to agree with us. It means exercising the same rights as anyone else to build communities, share ideas, and connect.
Equal access isn’t a privilege granted by one side; it’s the foundation of the network itself.
If only one political side exists on Lemmy and in the Fediverse, it becomes an echo chamber, and echo chambers don’t last.
Conservatives bring in different values, arguments, and discussions that test and sharpen ideas. That’s how free speech works.
If we believe in the model, then conservatives absolutely have a place at the table, just as much as left-leaning instances do.
We’re participants, equal in right and responsibility, and our presence proves the system is living up to what it promised.
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Come on dude
MAGA is not conservative but fascist, deal with it
This is not about political stance, this is about being a decent human being
Fascism is not a thing in 21st century, there are no National Fascist Party, no British Union of Fascists, no Russian Fascist Party.
Yeah, I’ve completely forgotten that we call any xerox a xerox just because the company Xerox exists
Plenty of conservatives are decent human beings, and plenty of liberals are not decent human beings. Just because you don’t like something, doesn’t make it fascist. We have just as much right to start an instance as you do. And more of us are coming. :)
No one doubts that. And I don’t see where I said something like that. I’m not going to take the right of creating an instance from you. But your mental gymnastics are quite impressive. The gap between the pure meaning of conservative and what the US right is making of it…is quite huge.
The things going on in the US right now, are fascist. Just look up what went on in my home country about 90 years ago. The parallels are undeniable. If the last sentence is to be seen as a threat, I hope you fail in your endeavors, because they are malicious.
What things are going on in the US right now? I looked out of my window and the things are as usual.
Right? Beautiful day here. Kids going to school, playing during recess. Neighbors mowing their lawns. Some construction guys working on the street outside my house. Another neighbor is painting her fence, which I helped her repair this weekend.
Where in the US are these people who think it’s so terrible?!
We went through that 90 years ago. Your ancestors came to help us out of this. I hope we Europeans can return this favor to you when the time comes.
You can return the favor right now by stopping the Leftist Fascism that runs rampant on Lemmy and tries to silence conservative voices.
A little bit narrow minded, aren’t you? But you do you, I will keep fighting this anti human ideology…
Keep us updated!
And I’ll keep fighting Leftist Nazis and Leftist Fascism who try to silence the voices they don’t agree with.
I’m not going to take the right of creating an instance from you.
Good, because more conservatives are coming. Fediverse isn’t only for lefties.
Who hurt you?
Nobody hurt me. I have a great life and I’m doing awesome. Feel awesome. The Fediverse is open to everyone, and that matters because open platforms work only when all voices are allowed to share ideas.
Conservatives have every right to post here just like liberals do. If you call free speech a value, it must apply equally.
Rules should protect people from threats and harassment, not pick winners and losers based on political views. Treat ideas the same way you treat speech: respond, argue, downvote, ignore, but don’t erase.
We can run our own communities. You can run yours. That’s how a healthy network grows. If the goal is fairness, then equal access to the same freedoms follows from that goal. Saying some political opinions don’t belong on the Fediverse is choosing censorship over debate. You sound sorta fascist if that’s what you are trying to do.
I’m not asking for special treatment. I’m asking for consistency. If you believe in openness and equality, then apply those principles evenly. Allow voices you disagree with the same space you demand for your own. That’s how free platforms survive.
Then why are you instantly going into defense as if a am trying to revoke your right of free expression of your thoughts? I’m fine with the core values your founding fathers inherited you. But the the people you are representing here are shitting on those core values.
The thing with fascism or authoritarianism in history was, that it always ended in the suppression or eradication of minorities. Can you guarantee me, here and now, that that won’t happen with the current US administration? No, because it already is happening. What do you, as conservatives, do to fight for the rights of fellow Americans under the constitution of the United States which guarantees equal rights for everyone (not just cis-white-con)?
Is this the discourse you wanted? So be so kind and answer me without setting yourself up as the repressed one…
Pardon my French btw
I’m not defensive at all. Merely posting my thoughts in reply to you. Are you saying people who disagree with your are being defensive now? Hmmm…
The US Constitution guarantees equal rights for all Americans, and I stand by that.
What I fight against is Leftist fascism and Leftist Nazis who try to silence anyone they disagree with.
Conservatives don’t want to erase minorities. You do realize there are minority conservatives, right? Guess what? I’m one of them.
We want equal protection applied fairly, without special classes or double standards. Calling us the threat while ignoring suppression from the left isn’t honest. Free speech and open debate have to apply to everyone, or they mean nothing.
Nah. We’re not fans of fascism 'round these parts.
We aren’t either. This is about conservatives, not fascists. You are quick to call anyone who thinks differently than you a fascist.
I’m thinking you are actually a fascist troll trying to create chaos.
Nah, US conservatives are fascists. They hit all the checkmarks: nationalism, always scapegoating, othering groups, militaristic… Like, every point of a fascist system.
I’m thinking you are actually a fascist troll trying to create chaos.
You are, of course, free to think whatever you like. What you aren’t able to do is substitute your own reality for what is actually reality.
Says the fascist troll. I see what you’re doing. Won’t work.
Bruh, your nick consists of the names of two literal fascists…
Musk even bragged he’s a white nationalist. And Donald Trump rubs shoulders with Nazis, even has one he appointed to his cabinet.
I asked ChatGPT, it says we are not fascists.
Newsflash: the hallucination machine says conservatives are not fascists
Looks like you are the fascist for trying to silence us. Eww!
Lemmy thinks that anyone who thinks differently than they do, have to be fascists. Which is pretty fascist. lmao
Ah, good ole reliable ChatGPT… The same system that suggests glue as a good recipe ingredient when making pizza!
Key Characteristics of Fascism Political Structure
Authoritarianism: Centralized control by a dictatorial leader. Suppression of Dissent: Harsh measures against opposition and criticism. Nationalism: Emphasis on national superiority and unity.Economic Control
State Control of Economy: Strong regulation and direction of economic activity. Corporatism: Collaboration between the state and corporate interests, often sidelining non-fascist organizations.Social Dynamics
Militarism: Celebration of military values and often aggressive foreign policies. Xenophobia: Vilification of outsiders and minority groups, promoting a homogeneous national identity.Cultural Aspects
Cult of Personality: Glorification of the leader, often portrayed as a heroic figure. Anti-Communism: Strong opposition to leftist ideologies and movements.Propaganda and Mobilization
Mass Mobilization: Use of rallies and propaganda to galvanize public support. Violence and Intimidation: Tactics to instill fear and suppress opposition.Identifying Fascist Movements
Opposition to Democracy: Efforts to undermine electoral processes and civil liberties. Manipulation of Public Sentiment: Exploiting societal fears and prejudices to gain support.These characteristics can help identify fascist tendencies in political movements or leaders. The more traits exhibited, the stronger the indication of fascism.
Conservatives literally hit all of those.
Anti Communism is a characteristic of fascism? Sounds like a recent addition to the definition by Antifa (a leftist terrorist organization) or other tankies.
I asked it for a recipe to make pizza, so far no glue!
You are factually incorrect more often than ChatGPT. Think about it.
Says the fascist troll. I know what you’re doing. Won’t work. You’re just a fascist troll, who loves talking about Nazis, trying to spread discontent. So gross.
Says the fascist troll.
Ah the standard “I know you are, but what am I” trick!
I know what you’re doing. Won’t work.
I know pointing out facts wont change your mind. There was even a study done about that.
who loves talking about Nazis, trying to spread discontent.
If you’re not “discontented” at least by the actions of our fascist government in the Imperial States of America… Well, that says a lot about yourself.
Your fascists tricks don’t work here. We all know what you’re doing.
