What could be more indicative of a thirst for power and control than a perfectly level, uniform expanse of grass? Clearly, only someone with fascist tendencies would aspire to such impeccable orderliness, attempting to impose their oppressive standards on nature itself. Because nothing says “I want to dominate the world” quite like the pursuit of a weed-free lawn.

Consider the process of maintaining a lawn. It’s essentially an exercise in subjugation. Mowing down innocent blades of grass week after week, enforcing a uniform height – it’s like a tiny dictatorship being played out in your front yard. And let’s not even mention the chemical warfare that goes on behind the scenes – those pesticides and fertilizers are the secret tools of aspiring autocrats, seeking to eliminate any form of diversity (read: weeds) in their quest for homogeneity.

But the plot thickens when we consider the boundary lines. The quintessential white picket fence, meticulously aligned with the driveway, serves as a clear metaphor for the barriers these so-called “lawn fascists” wish to erect between themselves and the rest of the world. Heaven forbid a dandelion or, heaven forbid, a clover should breach these sacred borders! It’s not just a lawn, it’s a fortified buffer zone against any hint of dissenting plant life.

And let’s talk about the water consumption. While the rest of us worry about global water shortages and environmental sustainability, these lawn-loving authoritarians are apparently convinced that the well-being of their turf is of paramount importance. Are they hoarding water to fuel their nefarious plans for world domination? It wouldn’t be surprising – every power-hungry despot needs a well-hydrated base of operations.

In conclusion, the evidence is irrefutable: anyone with a lawn is a fascist. The quest for a pristine lawn represents a disturbing desire for control, uniformity, and domination over the natural world. So, the next time you see a neatly trimmed yard, just remember – behind that innocent facade of green lies a potential dictator in the making, plotting to impose their authoritarian rule, one well-timed sprinkler cycle at a time.

  • Doubleohdonut@lemmy.ca
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    6 hours ago

    Oof that’s a whole lot of assumptions. Not every single house owner even belongs to an HOA. Ostracization can also be caused by other factors, like those delightful people who arrange their used car collections.

    I’m going to go out on a wild limb and state that lawn ownership is not inherently facist. While it may be the local standard for many people in North America and West Europe, I believe home owners around the world generally have the choice of what to plant in their own property. As you said, there are problems with local setups, where HOAs or other controlling organizations are the norm.

    I’ve never heard of an HOA outside the US. Are they all run by the same organization, or do they tend to be different regionally? Genuinely curious, but I think the term “fascism” is generally used when there are literally no other options available. Is buying a house in the US conditional on joining an HOA? Is my perspective too narrow on this?