Ruth Ben-Ghiat (2022) | Return of the Strongman

From Russia and China to America, Turkey and beyond, illiberal
leaders have used corruption, machismo, disinformation,
propaganda and violence to stay in power and expand their
influence for decades.  


With authoritarianism now governing over 60% of the world’s
population, are we witnessing a backslide in democracy and a more
efficient model of governance emerging? 
 
Join historian Ruth Ben-Ghiat as she examines the authoritarian
playbook, how strongmen think and what drives them. 


Historian Ruth Ben-Ghiat is an expert commentator on fascism,
authoritarian leaders, and propaganda — and the threats these
present to democracies today. Author of the #1 Amazon bestseller
Strongmen and over 100 op-eds and essays in CNN, The
New Yorker, and The Washington Post, she brings historical
perspective to her analyses of current events. Her insight into
the authoritarian playbook has made her an expert source for
television, radio, podcasts, and online events. Ben-Ghiat is
Professor of History and Italian Studies at New York University
and an advisor to Protect Democracy.