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Populism and authoritarianism

The overlap and distinction between populism, authoritarianism, and fascism, and how they relate to contemporary political movements.

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Feb 6, 2026

How do scholars distinguish authoritarian populism from classical fascism, and where does Trump fit?

Scholars separate from contemporary “” by looking for specific institutional, ideological, and behavioral thresholds—most notably organized paramilitary violence, a coherent palingenetic ultranational...

Jan 30, 2026

Is trump a true fascist

The question “ a true fascist?” divides scholars: many identify fascistic traits in his rhetoric and movement, while others say he does not fit and that the label can be reductive . This analysis weig...