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80+ historians of fascism and authoritarianism released an open letter today warning that democracy “is either withering or in full-scale collapse globally”, and urging ordinary people to take action. https://www.theguardian.com/world/2020/nov/01/democracy-fascism-global-trump-biden-election
“Democracy is extremely fragile and potentially temporary, requiring vigilance and protection."
The temptation to take refuge in a figure of arrogant strength is now greater than ever."
Open letter from 80+ scholars who study fascism & authoritarianism: http://newfascismsyllabus.com/news-and-announcements/an-open-letter-of-concern-by-scholars-of-authoritarianism/
The temptation to take refuge in a figure of arrogant strength is now greater than ever."
Open letter from 80+ scholars who study fascism & authoritarianism: http://newfascismsyllabus.com/news-and-announcements/an-open-letter-of-concern-by-scholars-of-authoritarianism/
What does studying the history of fascist and authoritarian countries teach us?
The lesson is to "not be complacent in moments like this," one German historian said.
“This is a very dangerous time, and we all have a responsibility to prop up democracy." https://www.theguardian.com/world/2020/nov/01/democracy-fascism-global-trump-biden-election
The lesson is to "not be complacent in moments like this," one German historian said.
“This is a very dangerous time, and we all have a responsibility to prop up democracy." https://www.theguardian.com/world/2020/nov/01/democracy-fascism-global-trump-biden-election
