11min chapter

The PoliticsGirl Podcast cover image

How to Make a Dictator: A Conversation with Strongman Expert Ruth Ben-Ghiat

The PoliticsGirl Podcast

CHAPTER

Defending Democracy Against Authoritarianism through Voting

The chapter emphasizes the crucial role of voting in defending democracy against authoritarianism, citing recent elections in the UK and France as examples. It discusses the need for unity among opposition parties and the public to combat authoritarian leaders aligning with dictators. The conversation also warns against the manipulation of language and disinformation in supporting leaders like Trump, highlighting the importance of standing against fascism in upcoming elections.

00:00

Get the Snipd
podcast app

Unlock the knowledge in podcasts with the podcast player of the future.
App store bannerPlay store banner

AI-powered
podcast player

Listen to all your favourite podcasts with AI-powered features

Discover
highlights

Listen to the best highlights from the podcasts you love and dive into the full episode

Save any
moment

Hear something you like? Tap your headphones to save it with AI-generated key takeaways

Share
& Export

Send highlights to Twitter, WhatsApp or export them to Notion, Readwise & more

AI-powered
podcast player

Listen to all your favourite podcasts with AI-powered features

Discover
highlights

Listen to the best highlights from the podcasts you love and dive into the full episode