Ruth Ben-Ghiat, a historian and author known for her insights on authoritarianism, joins the discussion to unpack Project 2025. She highlights its alarming push toward centralized power and the threat it poses to democracy. Ben-Ghiat critiques the proposed tax policies, which favor the wealthy, and warns about the erosion of civil liberties. The conversation also touches on the manipulation of social media and the need for grassroots action to safeguard democratic values. A call to vigilance echoes throughout this timely and urgent dialogue.