Housing, police and the "Fascism" that hangs in the air

The article discusses the misuse of the term fascism in contemporary protests, particularly regarding housing issues in Portugal. It argues that many protesters lack understanding of true fascism and totalitarian regimes, confusing police actions with historical oppression. The author criticizes the left for failing to address housing crises during their governance and for blaming external factors instead. The piece highlights the dangers of radical rhetoric in protests, which can undermine democratic institutions and escalate tensions. It reflects on past government responses to protests and points out hypocrisy in labeling current issues as fascist while ignoring similar actions by leftist governments.