Nazi salutes have become a trend on the American right, starting with Elon Musk at Trump's inauguration. Critics see it as sinister, but some dismiss it as trolling. The recent incidents show a mix of trolling and oppositional culture from the 2010s online rightists.
Key Points
Trend of Nazi salutes on the American right started with Elon Musk
Critics view the gestures as sinister, while some dismiss it as trolling
Recent incidents show a mix of trolling and oppositional culture from the 2010s online rightists
Pros
Raises awareness about the use of Nazi gestures in modern society
Prompts discussions on the line between trolling and serious ideologies
Cons
Offensive to many due to the historical and ideological implications
Can be seen as a cheap and lazy way to provoke reactions