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‘The cult of the leader’: The professor who left America says fascism is flourishing

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The Conditions for the Rise of Fascism

This chapter explores how the 'great replacement theory' feeds into fascist politics by promoting ideas of national purity and exceptionalism. It analyzes the historical and contemporary implications of these narratives, highlighting their role in fostering xenophobia and extremist ideologies during times of national decline.

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