Nationalism

Political leader stoking anger and grievance

Grievance Politics: How Leaders Use Resentment to Win Power

Some leaders rely on people’s frustration, disappointment, and sense of unfairness to gain loyal supporters

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Politician stoking polarization

Empty Middle Ground: The Age of Polarization

Where people use to be able to find middle ground on issues, disagreements now turn to intense arguments.

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Controversial Monument

Heritage, History, and the Battle for the Past

Heritage is not the same as history. History is based on facts while heritage is based on emotion.

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Rewriting History

The Fascist Playbook of Nationalism and Historical Lies

Fascist leaders create a perfect version of the past to stir up strong emotions.

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Cult of Personality

Worship the Leader: How Fascists Use Cults of Personality to Control a Nation

Fascist leaders don’t just use laws or force to stay in power—they present themselves as heroes.

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Fascist Leader Controlling Media

How Fascist Leaders Weaponize Media and Propaganda to Seize Control

ascist leaders in history have been good at using the media and spreading propaganda to control what people think.

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Blaming a scapegoat

Scapegoats: How Fascists Blame Minority Groups to Seize Power

Fascist leaders consolidate power by blaming minority groups for a countries issues, pitting citizens against each other

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Lawmakers increasing powers during crisis

The Crisis Playbook: How Fascists Seize Power from Chaos

National crises—like economic problems or social chaos—create the perfect situation for fascist leaders to seize power

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Right-Wing Populism

Right-Wing Populism: Unpacking the Appeal and Impact on Modern Politics

Right-wing populism has surged across the globe, reshaping political landscapes with fiery rhetoric and promises to champion "common people"

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Left-Wing Populism

Left-Wing Populism: A Fight for the People or a Risky Political Gamble?

With rising inequality, climate crises, and widespread distrust in traditional institutions, left-wing populism has surged as a force in global politics

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