In Croatia, a concerning trend has emerged where dissenters are quickly labeled as fascists by leftist politicians. This follows recent declarations by political figures like Hajdaš Dončić, who called for a coup, and Jadranka Kosor, who suggested a wartime state, despite the absence of clear evidence such as military presence in the streets. The author highlights the absurdity of such extreme political rhetoric that paints opposition as fascistic, particularly emphasizing figures like Ivana Kekin and Dalija Orešković who seem to possess an acute sensitivity to perceived fascism in various aspects of public life.

The discussion also references past sentiments among members of the Social Democratic Party (SDP) who regret that the liquidation of fascism in 1945 was not thoroughly executed, reflecting a troubling nostalgia for extremist measures. This notion of renewed calls for action against fascism echoes historical connotations that are unsettling, as some leftist activists publicly declare "death to fascism" in their rhetoric. This return to intense political nationalism raises alarm about the societal implications of such language and how it stifles genuine dialogue and compromise.

The ease with which political opponents are vilified invites scrutiny about the current state of political discourse in Croatia. It suggests a climate where critical thinking and diverse opinions are overshadowed by fear and suppression of dissent, presenting a challenge for democratic society and signaling a worrying trend where political disagreements morph into battles against imagined enemies, fundamentally undermining civil discourse.