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Trump, authoritarianism, and what Americans think makes a good leader

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Patterns of Authoritarianism: From Mussolini to Trump

This chapter examines the rise of authoritarian leaders throughout history, linking historical figures like Mussolini to modern politicians such as Donald Trump. It discusses how weakened democracies foster conditions for strongman leaders by appealing to public discontent and highlighting the emotional responses tied to perceived democratic failures.

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