At this juncture I think it is very important for us to choose our words carefully.
“Crypto-Nazis” really isn’t a term that we should call these unwitting endorsers of European fascists. They are having a hard time dealing with their associations and can’t explain themselves. They feel trapped such that they end up “acting out” by turning on Charles.
It is a form of projection and rationalization.
So let’s all try to be understanding of the situation.
Let’s take a collective deep breath.
Let’s choose better, more thoughtful, more understanding words
Let’s call them “Crypto- Douchebags” instead.