The Un-Patriotic Vet - Glossary of Terms

GLOSSARY

Here are a few terms that get thrown about quite a bit, I believe not everyone who uses or responds to these terms fully understand their definition:

fas·cism n.

often Fascism
1. A system of government marked by centralization of authority under a dictator, stringent socioeconomic controls, suppression of the opposition through terror and censorship, and typically a policy of belligerent nationalism and racism.
2. A political philosophy or movement based on or advocating such a system of government.
Oppressive, dictatorial control.

im·pe·ri·al·ism n.

The policy of extending a nation's authority by territorial acquisition or by the establishment of economic and political hegemony over other nations.
The system, policies, or practices of such a government.

pa·tri·ot·ic adj.

Feeling, expressing, or inspired by love for one's country.