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7:03Now Playing-- Fascism scholar Jason Stanley leaves the United States citing authoritarian tactics and political pressure under Donald Trump
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Original show date: January 16, 2026
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Fascism expert claims Trump administration carried out a coup
Trump regime believes it has sufficient power control without public support
Trump administration targeting universities with funding threats and pressure
Trump employs classic fascist tactics including scapegoating and delegitimization
Polarization framing mischaracterizes authoritarianism on one side
History will judge those who normalized fascism
Trump moved too fast revealing cruelty, corruption, and illegality
Fascism scholar's departure signals serious threat to democracy
Fascism operates through silencing dissent and self-censorship
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