Scholars: America Under Trump Shows Authoritarianism, Not Democracy
Brendan Nyhan, a Dartmouth College professor, contends that the United States is transitioning towards authoritarianism, with possible fascist elements. He argues that insufficient opposition from institutions like the Supreme Court and Congress has bolstered Trump’s power, mirroring patterns seen in other countries with slower authoritarian takeovers. Nyhan urges scholars and journalists to actively voice concerns about Trump, despite potential accusations of partisanship, and he worries that divisions among Democrats could weaken resistance efforts, especially given the Republican Party’s consolidation around the president.
John Q. Hosedrinker