He subscribes to a branch of neo-reactionary politics coined “dark enlightenment” that basically rejects liberalism. In short, these fine fellows believe that we should be their literal serfs in a neo-feudal society. I think point for point, their ideology is even more fucked up than fascism.
I don’t really trust Buttigieg not to be a sell out, but of all the ones being named, he’s the one with the rhetorical chops to stand up to Trump. But maybe Trump will flat out refuse a second debate.