Reports filed under Authoritarianism, newest first.
The thread discusses an article criticizing Modi's leadership, labeling him as a fascist, and questioning the effectiveness of people power against authoritarianism. It highlights concerns about political instability and the potential succe…
The thread discusses how law can legitimize authoritarian mechanisms, referencing historical examples like Nuremberg and the role of legal systems in enabling fascist regimes. It emphasizes the importance of understanding this dynamic to pr…
The thread discusses a 'bizarre' clapping incident during a Trump executive order signing, suggesting it reveals MAGA's authoritarian dynamics and the fear of Trump among his allies.
The thread discusses the Indonesian government's actions in Jakarta, including the rapid fencing and removal of malls, denial of unrest by security officials, and the arrest of a woman for a Facebook post. It highlights concerns about autho…
The thread discusses the historical context of fascism, focusing on how once in power, fascist regimes institutionalize violence and oppression as official policy, rather than as unlawful acts by political groups. This highlights the danger…
The thread discusses Nicaragua's president, Daniel Ortega, announcing that the country will not hold any more elections to prevent the opposition from gaining power. The posts highlight his authoritarian leadership and plans to pass laws to…
The thread discusses how the Trump administration openly discussed establishing a dictatorship internally, and explores the implications for the regime and MAGA after Trump. The author provides a German version of their newsletter on this t…
Liberal U.S. mayors and European counterparts are collaborating to combat authoritarianism, highlighting international efforts to preserve democratic values. The collaboration is seen as a response to rising authoritarian trends, particular…
The thread discusses the decline of press freedom globally, citing a report indicating it is at its lowest level in 25 years due to increasing authoritarian pressure. This issue highlights concerns about media independence and the impact of…
The thread discusses Anne Applebaum's article on 'Goulash Authoritarianism,' which explores the blending of authoritarian practices with consumer culture in Eastern Europe. The posts highlight the relevance of the article in understanding p…
The thread discusses concerns about Rumen Radew, a Bulgarian politician, potentially becoming the next 'Orbán' of Europe, referencing Viktor Orbán's political style. The posts highlight fears of similar authoritarian tendencies emerging in …