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When Fascism Comes Wrapped in the Flag and Carrying a Cross


How a 1935 Novel Predicted Trump's Authoritarian Playbook

Enemy Creation and Scapegoating: Both identified internal enemies—Jews and intellectuals for Hitler, the wealthy elite and political opposition for Chávez—to unite their base through shared hatred and provide simple explanations for complex problems. How can rational people reconcile supporting a leader who has been accused of sexual misconduct by dozens of women, paid millions in civil settlements, built his fortune on casinos, and demonstrated a consistent pattern of dishonesty and cruelty? Media as Enemy: Systematic attacks on press credibility, labeling unfavorable coverage as "fake news," and promoting state-friendly propaganda outlets—classic authoritarian tactics to control the narrative.

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