There is nothing wrong with wanting more love in the world, or even from trying to steer clear from some political conversations. However, there are some things that stand out as being red flags for “soft launching” far right political beliefs, and one user on TikTok by the name of Gracin shared that sentiment in a video where she imitates someone doing just that.
For many, simply remaining silent on certain political and social issues, primarily in the United States, is no longer an option. So in a way, you could make yourself a red flag even if you don’t mean to, just by not wanting to get involved, so to speak.
I know, it sucks. But I don’t make the rules. Hopefully Gracin can clear it up a bit for those who still insist on being diplomatic more often than not.
One sign of “soft launching” far right political beliefs is insisting love is most important.
@emgwaciedawgie It’s not always about politics! ❤️ @Madi Hart @beepbop bill ♬ Autumn Leaves – Timothy Cole
Yes, loving others and accepting them is important. But if you hear someone say that we should all just love each other and not worry about being “red” or “blue” when it comes to politics, you can consider that person one bright red walking red flag.
Well, according to the TikTok creator, anyway.
And, she says in her video, if they also talk about everyone being human “on the inside,” it may be another indicator of a soft launch.
Some of the other things she says that other people might say in their soft launch are:
“It can’t always be about politics.”
“This is why I don’t get into politics.”
“We need more love.”
“We shouldn’t be spreading hate.”
“He’s just an old man with a beautiful smile.” OK, that one is pretty obvious.
The video is clearly meant as a joke to poke fun at Republicans and their political beliefs, along with the tactics that some have in trying not to completely show their colors. But the comments under Gracin’s video prove that she isn’t alone in her belief that soft launching right-wing political ideologies comes with certain phrases.
“This isn’t even an exaggeration,” someone commented on the video.
Another person wrote, “I don’t trust anyone apolitical.”
Others shared their own key phrases to look out for, with one user writing, “‘I don’t support him, he’s a horrible person. I just support his policies.’ Then they cannot name a policy.”
Some of those who are open supporters of Donald Trump and his plans for the U.S. don’t really need a “tell.” But it’s the people who switch gears and are ready to “come out” as right-wing followers that tend to drop key phrases like breadcrumbs so their friends and loved ones can slowly come to the realization that they have switched sides.
