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The Roots of Authoritarianism in American History
This chapter explores the historical presence of authoritarianism in American society, from the Confederacy's justification for slavery to Andrew Jackson's advocacy for local democracy. It discusses the negative outcomes of past instances where a select few dictated the lives of others and highlights the struggle between democracy and the belief in a few people's superiority to rule over others.
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