Liberal Fascism: The Secret History of the Left from Mussolini to the Politics of Meaning

Today, the word 'fascist' is often used as an insult aimed at those on the right, from neocons to big business. But what does it really mean? What if the true heirs to fascism were actually those who thought of themselves as being terribly nice and progressive - the liberals?

Why This Book Matters

Jonah Goldberg's excoriating, opinion-driving, US bestseller provides answers to this provocative question. In this compelling work:

• He destroys long-held myths to reveal why the most insidious attempts to control our lives originate from the left.
• From smoking bans to security cameras, Goldberg exposes how these measures stem from a progressive agenda.

A Journey Through History and Culture

Goldberg takes readers on an insightful exploration, using surprising examples such as:

• Woodrow Wilson's police state
• The Clinton personality cult
• The military chic of 60s' student radicals
• Hollywood's totalitarian aesthetics

Through these examples, he demonstrates how modern progressivism—not conservatism—shares the same intellectual roots as fascism.

What Makes This Book Stand Out

This angry, funny, smart, and contentious book:

• Looks behind the friendly face of the well-meaning liberal
• Challenges preconceptions and turns them inside out

Prepare to see the politics of meaning in a whole new light.