A disturbing wave of violent imagery has surfaced near the University of Wisconsin-Madison, escalating concerns on and around the campus. Over recent weeks, students have documented a series of graphic displays appearing in public spaces, sparking a tense atmosphere.
One particularly jarring image, photographed by a student journalist, boldly proclaimed, “The only good fascist is a dead fascist.” This message was accompanied by depictions of brutal force, signaling a clear and aggressive stance.
Another image featured a clenched fist delivering a violent blow to a pig’s face, blood vividly illustrated streaming from its nostrils and mouth. Beneath the graphic, the chilling phrase “Speak their language” was scrawled, adding a layer of menacing intent.
The imagery didn’t stop there. A separate display showed a fist wielding a smoking pistol against the head of a figure cloaked in a Ku Klux Klan hood, blood erupting from the wound. Again, the caption read, “Speak their language,” suggesting a justification for extreme retaliation.
Similar themes were repeated in other discovered images, often combining the “Speak their language” message with the declaration about “good fascists.” The consistent imagery and phrasing point to a coordinated effort to disseminate a specific, provocative message.
Prior to these displays, campus police confirmed an investigation into images depicting an ICE agent being shot in the head, also bearing the phrase, “The only good fascist is a dead fascist.” Another image of the same scenario included the statement, “You can't vote away fascism.”
University officials have repeatedly condemned all forms of violence in response to the incidents. A spokesperson emphasized the university’s commitment to safety and encouraged students to seek support if needed, and to report any discovered imagery to campus police.
The university has stated its continued condemnation of violence and highlighted resources available to students, including the Office of Student Assistance and Support. Authorities are actively investigating the displays and working to remove them as they are discovered.
