#dictatorship

[ follow ]
#authoritarianism
Law
fromSlate Magazine
2 months ago

Donald Trump Is Trying to Take American Law Back to 1641

Trump's actions reflect a dangerous shift towards dictatorship, undermining the foundational principles of democracy.
fromPortland Mercury
7 hours ago
US politics

We Have a Dictator

The article asserts that we live in a dictatorship under Trump's rule, dismissing democratic norms.
Evidence of Trump's authoritarian mindset is illustrated through his actions and statements.
fromOpen Culture
1 month ago
Right-wing politics

NYU Professor Answers Your Burning Questions About Authoritarianism

People support dictators due to a complex interplay of fear, stability, and psychological traits of both the dictators and their followers.
Law
fromSlate Magazine
2 months ago

Donald Trump Is Trying to Take American Law Back to 1641

Trump's actions reflect a dangerous shift towards dictatorship, undermining the foundational principles of democracy.
US politics
fromPortland Mercury
7 hours ago

We Have a Dictator

The article asserts that we live in a dictatorship under Trump's rule, dismissing democratic norms.
Evidence of Trump's authoritarian mindset is illustrated through his actions and statements.
fromOpen Culture
1 month ago
Right-wing politics

NYU Professor Answers Your Burning Questions About Authoritarianism

People support dictators due to a complex interplay of fear, stability, and psychological traits of both the dictators and their followers.
more#authoritarianism
Graphic design
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 weeks ago

Assad Defaced: Syrians Destroy a Dictator's Icons

The fall of Assad's regime led to the removal of symbols of his family's oppressive rule, providing a sense of relief to Syrians.
#legal-system
US politics
fromThe Atlantic
1 month ago

America Is Watching the Rise of a Dual State

The persistence of normal laws can coexist with the rise of tyranny, as shown by Ernst Fraenkel's observations of Nazi Germany.
Law
fromSlate Magazine
1 month ago

Lawyers Can Slow a Trump Dictatorship. They Have to Do Something Uncomfortable First.

Donald Trump's potential dictatorship hinges on dismantling the rule of law and undermining the legal profession as a check against his power.
US politics
fromThe Atlantic
1 month ago

America Is Watching the Rise of a Dual State

The persistence of normal laws can coexist with the rise of tyranny, as shown by Ernst Fraenkel's observations of Nazi Germany.
Law
fromSlate Magazine
1 month ago

Lawyers Can Slow a Trump Dictatorship. They Have to Do Something Uncomfortable First.

Donald Trump's potential dictatorship hinges on dismantling the rule of law and undermining the legal profession as a check against his power.
more#legal-system
#brazil
Social justice
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Jubilant Brazilians hail I'm Still Here's Oscar as landmark in fight for justice

Brazil celebrates its first-ever Oscar win for the film 'I'm Still Here,' sparking reflections on its historical legacy and the dictatorship era.
Social justice
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Jubilant Brazilians hail I'm Still Here's Oscar as landmark in fight for justice

Brazil celebrates its first-ever Oscar win for the film 'I'm Still Here,' sparking reflections on its historical legacy and the dictatorship era.
more#brazil
fromwww.dw.com
1 month ago
World politics

Indonesia passes bill allowing military in more govt roles DW 03/20/2025

Indonesia's parliament revised military law, expanding military roles in civilian life, sparking fears of returning to dictatorship and human rights abuses.
#belarus
Europe news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
3 months ago

Lukashenko: Before 2025 election, still afraid of the people'

Lukashenko's drive for power and fear of losing control are primary motivations as Belarus approaches its presidential vote.
fromwww.aljazeera.com
3 months ago
Europe politics

Belarus presidential election: Who's taking on Lukashenko, does it matter?

Lukashenko is set to extend his longstanding rule amid allegations of electoral manipulation and absence of political competition.
Europe news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
3 months ago

Lukashenko: Before 2025 election, still afraid of the people'

Lukashenko's drive for power and fear of losing control are primary motivations as Belarus approaches its presidential vote.
fromwww.aljazeera.com
3 months ago
Europe politics

Belarus presidential election: Who's taking on Lukashenko, does it matter?

Lukashenko is set to extend his longstanding rule amid allegations of electoral manipulation and absence of political competition.
more#belarus
#democracy
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

Trump Doesn't Give a Rat's Ass About Law Enforcement': Senator Flames President Over Pardons

Sen. Schiff criticizes Trump for pardoning individuals involved in the Capitol riot, suggesting it undermines law enforcement and democracy.
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

Trump Doesn't Give a Rat's Ass About Law Enforcement': Senator Flames President Over Pardons

Sen. Schiff criticizes Trump for pardoning individuals involved in the Capitol riot, suggesting it undermines law enforcement and democracy.
more#democracy
fromwww.nytimes.com
4 months ago
Digital life

Desi Bouterse, Fugitive Former Dictator of Suriname, Dies at 79

Desi Bouterse's death marks the end of a controversial figure whose rule defined Suriname's tumultuous political landscape.
#anne-applebaum
fromwww.dw.com
4 months ago
Miscellaneous

Syria updates: G7 leaders to discuss transition period DW 12/13/2024

The fall of Assad demonstrates the fragility of dictatorships and the rapidity with which they can collapse when weakness is sensed.
fromBig Think
6 months ago
Miscellaneous

Today's dictators are united - but not by ideology

Anne Applebaum's book highlights a global network of autocratic states supporting Venezuela's regime amid economic collapse and misconduct.
fromwww.dw.com
4 months ago
Miscellaneous

Syria updates: G7 leaders to discuss transition period DW 12/13/2024

The fall of Assad demonstrates the fragility of dictatorships and the rapidity with which they can collapse when weakness is sensed.
fromBig Think
6 months ago
Miscellaneous

Today's dictators are united - but not by ideology

Anne Applebaum's book highlights a global network of autocratic states supporting Venezuela's regime amid economic collapse and misconduct.
more#anne-applebaum
fromwww.mediaite.com
4 months ago
Miscellaneous

Yale Professor Warns MSNBC Viewers To Think About The Mafia' When Trying To Understand' Trump Appointments

Trump's cabinet appointments reflect mob-like loyalty tactics reminiscent of historical dictatorships, as per Yale professor Jason Stanley.
#nicaragua
fromwww.dw.com
5 months ago
Miscellaneous

Nicaragua: President Ortega, wife to be granted new powers DW 11/22/2024

The constitutional reform strengthens presidential power in Nicaragua, promoting Rosario Murillo to co-president, raising concerns over the establishment of a dictatorship.
fromwww.nytimes.com
6 months ago
Digital life

Humberto Ortega, Former Miliary Chief in Nicaragua, Dies at 77

Humberto Ortega Saavedra died at 77 after questioning his brother's dictatorship, illustrating the complex dynamics of power within Nicaragua's Sandinista history.
fromwww.dw.com
5 months ago
Miscellaneous

Nicaragua: President Ortega, wife to be granted new powers DW 11/22/2024

The constitutional reform strengthens presidential power in Nicaragua, promoting Rosario Murillo to co-president, raising concerns over the establishment of a dictatorship.
fromwww.nytimes.com
6 months ago
Digital life

Humberto Ortega, Former Miliary Chief in Nicaragua, Dies at 77

Humberto Ortega Saavedra died at 77 after questioning his brother's dictatorship, illustrating the complex dynamics of power within Nicaragua's Sandinista history.
more#nicaragua
Germany news
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 months ago

As a former East German athlete doped by the state, I see how our past pain is fuelling the far right | Ines Geipel

The rise of the far right in eastern Germany is fueled by historical denial and political anger stemming from past dictatorships.
US news
fromwww.nytimes.com
6 months ago

13 Former Trump Officials Sign Letter Backing Kelly's Criticisms and Fascist' Comments

Former officials warn of Trump's potential to rule like a dictator if re-elected, citing his admiration for authoritarian figures. The letter reflects serious concerns about democratic values.
#vladimir-putin
Europe news
fromwww.dw.com
8 months ago

25 years of Vladimir Putin at Russia's helm DW 08/09/2024

Vladimir Putin has maintained power for 25 years, creating a strong personalized dictatorship by undermining political institutions in Russia.
Europe news
fromwww.dw.com
8 months ago

Vladimir Putin: At Russia's helm for a quarter of a century DW 08/08/2024

Vladimir Putin's centralized power and long-standing rule have transformed Russia into a personalized dictatorship over the past 25 years.
Europe news
fromwww.dw.com
8 months ago

25 years of Vladimir Putin at Russia's helm DW 08/09/2024

Vladimir Putin has maintained power for 25 years, creating a strong personalized dictatorship by undermining political institutions in Russia.
Europe news
fromwww.dw.com
8 months ago

Vladimir Putin: At Russia's helm for a quarter of a century DW 08/08/2024

Vladimir Putin's centralized power and long-standing rule have transformed Russia into a personalized dictatorship over the past 25 years.
more#vladimir-putin
[ Load more ]