Is It Really Illegal to Hold Right-Wing Views?

Perception of Right-Wing Ideologies in the West

It may seem as if being right-wing is illegal in many parts of the Western world today. While there are no laws that criminalize right-wing beliefs, such as the notion that nations are more than just economic entities that can be maximized through unrestricted immigration, the conditions are increasingly unfavorable towards right-wing individuals and their values. In essence, being right-wing feels tantamount to being illegal.

Informal Methods of Control

Understanding the dynamics of power and law, as explained by thinkers like Aristotle and John Stuart Mill, reveals that tyrants not only make unfavorable laws but also rely on less formal methods to enforce their will. These methods include selective enforcement of the law, public pressure, and the use of mainstream media to single out and ruin the lives of ordinary people.

Enforcement Through Fear and Pressure

Take, for example, the government's approach to mandatory vaccination during the pandemic. While vaccines were not legally required, fear, social dynamics, and threats made most people feel they had no choice but to get vaccinated. The real obstacle to making a genuine choice was courage, a quality that is often in short supply.

Examples of Right-Wing Persecution

Two instances can be cited to support the argument that being right-wing is essentially illegal. The first example is from Germany, where a video of a group of young party-goers singing a right-wing sentiment became a national scandal. The individuals in the video were identified, their personal details revealed, and their lives ruined. Now, German politicians are demanding the "maximum penalty" for these individuals, with the chant they sang being labeled as an "unconstitutional slogan."

The second example comes from England, where a young father was sent to prison for possessing stickers with right-wing sentiments. The stickers were not illegal, but the man's intent to stir up racial hatred, due to his right-wing beliefs, led to his conviction. Furthermore, he was deemed a threat to his own children due to his "racist and offensive attitudes."

The Political Landscape

Across Europe, both left and right-wing factions are united in their persecution of ordinary patriotic individuals who love their countries and are dismayed by the chaos caused by their self-serving elites. In Germany, the Alternative for Germany (AfD) party has become extremely popular, especially among young people under 30. In Britain, right-wing movements are less established, but the presence of individuals like the young father mentioned earlier is significant.

The Fear of Right-Wing Movements

Germany's ruling government and Britain's Conservative party both face potential electoral obliteration, which may lead to more desperate attempts to suppress right-wing opposition. In Germany, there have been discussions about making right-wing ideologies illegal by banning the AfD. However, such anti-democratic measures are not yet necessary.

What's Your Take?

These instances raise thought-provoking questions about the state of political freedom in the Western world. What are your thoughts on the perceived persecution of right-wing ideologies? Do you believe that the fear of right-wing movements is justified? Share this article with your friends and start a discussion. Sign up for the Daily Briefing, delivered every day at 6pm, to stay informed about these and other important topics.