James M. Ridgway, Jr.
1 min readSep 13, 2018

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Actually, Umair, one does not become a fascist, ones matures out of being a natural born fascist. Yes, little kids are egotistical, immature, miniature fascists. We are all born hardwired with a tribal impulse to be fearful and suspicious of the “other.”

If, however, we are lucky enough to mature well and develop a reasonably well balanced intellect with empathy, we will rise above our reptilian, ruthless impulses. If not be become some version of D.J. Trump and his hardcore followers.

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James M. Ridgway, Jr.
James M. Ridgway, Jr.

Written by James M. Ridgway, Jr.

Jim Ridgway, Jr. military writer — author of the American Civil War classic, “Apprentice Killers: The War of Lincoln and Davis.” Christmas gift, yes!

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