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Strongmen

Mussolini to the Present
Summary:

The book examines the rise and rule of authoritarian leaders from the 20th century to the present, analyzing their tactics, such as propaganda and violence, to gain and maintain power. It draws parallels between historical figures like Mussolini and contemporary leaders, highlighting the dangers they pose to democratic institutions.

Key points:

1. Authoritarian Playbook: Ruth Ben-Ghiat outlines common tactics of authoritarian leaders, including propaganda, personality cult creation, violence, intimidation, and legal manipulation.

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