Authoritarian Leaders and Followers

Dale McGowan
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The never-ending appeal of the magic man

Complex problems call for complex solutions. Oh well.

Captain Cassidy
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Why authoritarians love—and hate—an apology

One of the many things we can expect in the next four years is a lot of sputtering demands for apologies for the last four years.

Dale McGowan
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The twist ending of history

On the strange, seductive lure of authoritarianism.

Dale McGowan
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A brief history of temporary dictatorships

The best time to learn how authoritarianism works is 20 years ago. The second best time is now.