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Part One: Antonio Salazar: The Smartest Fascist Dictator

Behind the Bastards

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The Rise of Salazar Amidst Political Turmoil

This chapter explores Antonio Salazar's ascent as a prominent lecturer and economic thinker during a time of political chaos in Portugal. It highlights his critiques of the republican government and how they appealed to the wealthy, setting the stage for a return to authoritarianism amidst civil unrest and instability.

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