The Bulwark Podcast
Ruth Ben-Ghiat: There Is No Alternative
Apr 4, 2024
Ruth Ben-Ghiat, expert on authoritarianism, discusses the GOP's loyalty to Trump, elite support for him, and his mission to undermine democracy. Topics include Umberto Eco's essay on fascism, Ruth's book 'Strongmen', and the potential for Trump's return to power in 2028.
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- Understanding history can shed light on current authoritarian threats and the erosion of democracy.
- The normalization of extremist behavior by political figures can pave the way for autocratic trends.
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Ruth Ben Geatt's Fascism Origins
Ruth Ben Geatt delves into her upbringing in Southern California, where the presence of refugees from Nazism sparked her curiosity in understanding their experiences. Initially intending to study Germany, she shifted to research Italy, fascinated by its lesser-studied fascism history and Rome's allure.
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