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Professor Claims Trump's Actions Mirror Fascist Behavior

3/5/2026

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Jason Stanley, a University of Toronto professor, argues that U.S. President Donald Trump’s actions align with fascist behavior.
In his latest work, he says Trump embodies fascism, linking it to immigration policies favoring white immigrants.
Stanley cites Minnesota protests as an example of anti-fascist efforts that cross ideological lines.
He relocated to Canada to combat Trump from abroad and worries about funding policies via taxes.

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Jason Stanley, a University of Toronto professor, argues that U.S. President Donald Trump’s actions align with fascist behavior.
In his latest work, he says Trump embodies fascism, linking it to immigration policies favoring white immigrants.
Stanley cites Minnesota protests as an example of anti-fascist efforts that cross ideological lines.
He relocated to Canada to combat Trump from abroad and worries about funding policies via taxes.