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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.

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Mentioned in 3 episodes

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Ruth Ben-Ghiat
as her New York Times bestseller.
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Did Mussolini make the trains run on time?
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Meghna Chakrabarti
as the author of the book, and discussed throughout the podcast.
Trump, authoritarianism, and what Americans think makes a good leader
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Michael Meade
to describe the collapse of democratic values in the United States.
Episode 427 - Finding a Place to Stand
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Ari Melber
as the author of "Strongman: From Mussolini to the Present."
SCOTUS Deals Trump New 7-2 Loss
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Ali Velshi
as the author discussing autocracy and threats to democracy around the world.
Nationwide protests loom over Trump’s military parade
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Danielle Moodie
in the introduction, highlighting
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Ruth Ben-Ghiat
’s expertise on authoritarianism and propaganda.
The Left Will Never Have Its Own Version of Joe Rogan

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