For years, critics — from political rivals to international observers — have drawn troubling parallels between former President Trump and authoritarian leaders, citing his rhetoric and his effort to ...
We speak with Ruth Ben-Ghiat, an expert on fascism and authoritarianism, who argues that Trump’s use of the hallmarks of “fascism and violence,” including dehumanizing rhetoric, profane and crude ...
Dr. Ruth Ben-Ghiat — a history professor at New York University, author of the 2020 book "Strongmen: Mussolini to the Present," and a frequent guest on MS NOW — is known for her expertise on the ...
Virility and victimhood – how do these seemingly opposite characteristics prop up strongman leaders throughout recent history? Expert and best-selling author Dr. Ruth Ben-Ghiat connects the dots in a ...
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