Above, Tears for Fears performs, Everybody Wants To Rule The World. Yup, that true enough. Today our bloggers see the Republicans goose-stepping into history.

Marmel compares and contrasts; there is no comparison and the contrast could not be greater.

Mike the Mad Biologist looks at fascistic Florida's test scores.

Juanita Jean's looks at the fascists as a sport's team.

Can It Happen Here (spoiler alert: yes) reviews an interesting-sounding book.

Bonus Track: Shower Cap reviews the week as only he can!

Oy, what a week! Thank you Crooks and Liars for letting me part of your week, and thank you to the 35 or so bloggers who have informed us about our world. I hope to return soon!

Round-up by Tengrain who blogs at Mock, Paper, Scissors. You can follow Tengrain on the Fediverse. Send tips, requests, and suggestions to mbru@crooksandliars.com (with For MBRU in the subject line).