Fascist regimes threatened western democracies in the US, Europe, and Asia in the early 20th century. Fascism emphasized extreme nationalism, often scapegoating ethnic or religious minorities, and opposed liberal democracy and Marxism. It typically gained support from those feeling threatened by the social changes brought about by industrialization and a growing middle class empowered working class.

1. What was the threat posed to western style democracy in the U.S.,
Europe, and Asia by Fascist regimes?
DescriptionAs the Industrial Revolution helped facilitate the development of a middle and
more empowered working class, a range of different ideas and forces threatened the
stability of western style democracies. In an essay, explain the general characteristics of
Fascism, why it always has a nationalistic background, and any socioeconomic variables
that are typical of the demographic of supporters. What was the threat posed to western
style democracy in the U.S., Europe, and Asia by Fascist regimes?