Strongmen, Part 3

This session will focus Part 3, conclusion & epilogue of Ruth Ben-Ghiat’s Strongmen: Mussolini to the Present, which examining the factors that contribute to the downfall of authoritarian leaders and the role of organized resistance. The discussion will explore historical patterns, weaknesses of authoritarian regimes, and how these lessons apply to contemporary struggles.

Objectives of This Meeting

• Analyze the internal and external forces that lead to the downfall of authoritarian leaders.
• Examine historical and contemporary resistance movements.
• Discuss how opposition is organized and what factors lead to success or failure.
• Reflect on how these lessons can inform present-day antifascist efforts.