It's not a dumb take. There is a clear definition of fascism which his recent reactionary writings and attitudes as a business leader have met to a T. You might not like what I'm saying, maybe you're fine with DHH on some "what I don't mind can't be possibly be fascist" level, but it absolutely meets that standard.
Other than that; stop putting words in my mouth and stop poisoning the well. You and the OP are strawmanning a claim that the article is written in bad faith and thus avoid engaging with its substance.
Other than that; stop putting words in my mouth and stop poisoning the well. You and the OP are strawmanning a claim that the article is written in bad faith and thus avoid engaging with its substance.