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Strongman: Mussolini to the Present
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Ruth Ben-Ghiat's "Strongman" offers a comprehensive analysis of authoritarian leaders from Mussolini to the present day.
The book explores the tactics, strategies, and propaganda techniques employed by these figures to consolidate power and maintain control.
Ben-Ghiat examines the historical context of their rise, the vulnerabilities they exploit, and the lasting impact of their regimes.
The book serves as a crucial resource for understanding the nature of authoritarianism and its enduring threat to democracy.
It provides valuable insights into the patterns and warning signs that can help prevent future instances of authoritarianism.
The book explores the tactics, strategies, and propaganda techniques employed by these figures to consolidate power and maintain control.
Ben-Ghiat examines the historical context of their rise, the vulnerabilities they exploit, and the lasting impact of their regimes.
The book serves as a crucial resource for understanding the nature of authoritarianism and its enduring threat to democracy.
It provides valuable insights into the patterns and warning signs that can help prevent future instances of authoritarianism.
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Mentioned in 3 episodes
Mentioned by Ali Velshi as the author discussing autocracy and threats to democracy around the world.
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Danielle Moodie in the introduction, highlighting 
Ruth Ben-Ghiat ’s expertise on authoritarianism and propaganda.
Danielle Moodie in the introduction, highlighting Ruth Ben-Ghiat ’s expertise on authoritarianism and propaganda.
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