Comparing Authoritarian Tendencies: Ahmadinejad vs. Trump and Global Parallels
#MahmoudAhmadinejad #AuthoritarianLeadersMahmoud Ahmadinejad, an Iranian president, shared similarities with Donald Trump as an electoral populist attending anti-Israel rallies in Tehran in 2006. The authoritarian tendencies of both leaders raise questions about the erosion of democratic norms. read more
"The UK's Fascination with Far-Right Foreign Leaders Explored"
#UKPolitics #AuthoritarianLeadersWestminster has a history of supporting authoritarian leaders due to pragmatic foreign policy needs and admiration for their ability to get things done. The UK's acceptance of far-right foreign governments might lead to moral and strategic misjudgments. read more
#DonaldTrump #AuthoritarianLeaders
Donald Trump praises Xi Jinping for sending him a 'beautiful note' after an assassination attempt, also lauding him and Putin as 'smart, tough' figures who love their country. Trump has a history of receiving admiration from authoritarian leaders, such as Kim Jong-un. # read more