<div> <p>James Carville and Al hunt are joined on the sofa by Ruth Ben-Ghiat discussing the current landscape of education and authoritarianism, the characteristics of strongmen leaders, and the implications of fascism in modern politics. He emphasizes the importance of understanding the rule of law, the reactionary nature of fascism, and the global authoritarian landscape. The discussion also touches on the future of democracy, leadership, and the challenges of restoring trust and diplomacy in America.</p><p>Chapters<br>00:00 Introduction to Authoritarianism and Strong Men<br>02:54 The Nature of Strong Men and the Rule of Law<br>05:50 Fascism and Its Characteristics<br>09:16 The Reactionary Nature of Fascism<br>12:07 The Global Landscape of Authoritarianism<br>15:00 The Future of Democracy and Leadership<br>17:55 Restoring Trust in America and Its Institutions</p></div>