Why Was Fascism Obsessed With Sports?Physical education was used by fascist regimes to shape youth into future warriors, emphasizing discipline and national unity.
The forces of loneliness can cause political instability. And threaten democracy | V (formerly Eve Ensler)Loneliness and isolation can prepare society for totalitarianism, fostering fear and defensiveness that distracts from meaningful engagement.
Why Was Fascism Obsessed With Sports?Physical education was used by fascist regimes to shape youth into future warriors, emphasizing discipline and national unity.
The forces of loneliness can cause political instability. And threaten democracy | V (formerly Eve Ensler)Loneliness and isolation can prepare society for totalitarianism, fostering fear and defensiveness that distracts from meaningful engagement.
It can happen here: The Order' reopens the debate on fascism in the USThe emergence of authoritarianism in America is highlighted through current political figures and historical context.Political satire reveals the creeping influence of totalitarian ideologies in contemporary governance.
Firing the 'Conscience' of the MilitaryFiring military top lawyers signals disregard for rule of law and legal protections.
Deletion Is PropagandaThe concept of memory holes in 1984 serves as a warning about the erasure of history and its implications for humanity.
The lived experiences of communism should serve as a cautionary taleThe resurgence of far-right ideologies in Europe is not a justification for embracing totalitarian leftist ideologies, which have historically led to oppression.
'To Adolf Hitler in Loyal Subservience!'Political vengeance was a tool used by the Nazis to consolidate power and dismantle democracy.
The Inner Lives of the NazisUnderstanding the personalities of Hitler and his followers reveals critical insights into the mechanics of totalitarian regimes and their appeal.
'To Adolf Hitler in Loyal Subservience!'Political vengeance was a tool used by the Nazis to consolidate power and dismantle democracy.
The Inner Lives of the NazisUnderstanding the personalities of Hitler and his followers reveals critical insights into the mechanics of totalitarian regimes and their appeal.
Stephens: Vance's disgraceful words in Munich brought up echoes of the pastJoseph Goebbels' strategy highlights the risks democracies face when engaging with anti-democratic factions.
Opinion | Vance's Munich DisgraceDemocratic vigilance is essential to prevent totalitarian ideologies from exploiting democratic processes.
On Freedom by Timothy Snyder review an essential manifesto for changeTimothy Snyder's work calls for a proactive definition of freedom, emphasizing engagement, responsibility, and resistance against authoritarianism in contemporary society.
How Hitler Dismantled a Democracy in 53 DaysHitler's ascent demonstrates the dangers of exploiting legal frameworks to undermine democracy.
Stephens: Vance's disgraceful words in Munich brought up echoes of the pastJoseph Goebbels' strategy highlights the risks democracies face when engaging with anti-democratic factions.
Opinion | Vance's Munich DisgraceDemocratic vigilance is essential to prevent totalitarian ideologies from exploiting democratic processes.
On Freedom by Timothy Snyder review an essential manifesto for changeTimothy Snyder's work calls for a proactive definition of freedom, emphasizing engagement, responsibility, and resistance against authoritarianism in contemporary society.
How Hitler Dismantled a Democracy in 53 DaysHitler's ascent demonstrates the dangers of exploiting legal frameworks to undermine democracy.
Forget Stalin and Trotsky, Animal Farm is a play for our times. Pringles anyone? | Alison PhillipsThe adaptation of Animal Farm highlights the timeless struggle against totalitarianism, resonating with contemporary political climates.
Hear the Very First Adaptation of George Orwell's 1984 in a Radio Play Starring David Niven (1949)Orwell's works remain relevant as a warning against totalitarianism and a foundation for understanding political power.
Opinion | To Obey Trump or Not to ObeyArt can profoundly reflect the realities of societal shifts and totalitarianism.
Forget Stalin and Trotsky, Animal Farm is a play for our times. Pringles anyone? | Alison PhillipsThe adaptation of Animal Farm highlights the timeless struggle against totalitarianism, resonating with contemporary political climates.
Hear the Very First Adaptation of George Orwell's 1984 in a Radio Play Starring David Niven (1949)Orwell's works remain relevant as a warning against totalitarianism and a foundation for understanding political power.
Opinion | To Obey Trump or Not to ObeyArt can profoundly reflect the realities of societal shifts and totalitarianism.
'Zodiac Killer Project' Review: A Filmmaker Imagines the Movie They Weren't Allowed to Make in Wry Critique of True-Crime GenreJafar Panahi's 'This Is Not a Film' artfully critiques totalitarianism while demonstrating cinema's emotive power, even from the confines of house arrest.
The 'legal' tools Russia uses to ban its critics DW 10/17/2024The documentary reveals how Russia's media landscape is being systematically dismantled, endangering press freedom and civil liberties.
'Zodiac Killer Project' Review: A Filmmaker Imagines the Movie They Weren't Allowed to Make in Wry Critique of True-Crime GenreJafar Panahi's 'This Is Not a Film' artfully critiques totalitarianism while demonstrating cinema's emotive power, even from the confines of house arrest.
The 'legal' tools Russia uses to ban its critics DW 10/17/2024The documentary reveals how Russia's media landscape is being systematically dismantled, endangering press freedom and civil liberties.
Pictures of Odesa, as it tangles with a complex web of Russian and Ukrainian heritageThe collection of statues in Odesa serves as a reminder of Ukraine's totalitarian past and a contrast to contemporary efforts to erase Russian influence.
The Passion of Alexei NavalnyAlexei Navalny's story illustrates the power of humor and resilience in the face of totalitarian oppression.
Tucker Carlson Apologizes For Laughing at Russell Brand's Joke About Trafficking Children Across Southern BorderTucker Carlson and Russell Brand engaged in a humorous yet profound conversation about spirituality, totalitarianism, and societal issues in a recent live tour event.
Forget Risk, play Fantasy Football for Fascists: grudge matches, foul play and violent conduct guaranteed | Simon TisdallFantasy Football for Fascists uses politicians as players to satirize totalitarian tendencies in a humorous format.
The Passion of Alexei NavalnyAlexei Navalny's story illustrates the power of humor and resilience in the face of totalitarian oppression.
Tucker Carlson Apologizes For Laughing at Russell Brand's Joke About Trafficking Children Across Southern BorderTucker Carlson and Russell Brand engaged in a humorous yet profound conversation about spirituality, totalitarianism, and societal issues in a recent live tour event.
Forget Risk, play Fantasy Football for Fascists: grudge matches, foul play and violent conduct guaranteed | Simon TisdallFantasy Football for Fascists uses politicians as players to satirize totalitarian tendencies in a humorous format.
Loneliness and Philosophy: On Loneliness and ObligationLoneliness has evolved into a significant societal issue, particularly impacting youth, with dangerous implications for social cohesion and individual well-being.
HBO Wants Its Big Dune Show to Be the Next Game of Thrones. Good Luck With That.Denis Villeneuve's adaptation of Dune shows a complex warning about charismatic leadership and the fragility of noble intentions.
The Hand: An Anti-Totalitarian Animation, Banned for Two Decades & Now Considered One of the Greatest Animations (1965)Art produced under oppressive regimes often avoids offense, but Trnka's work boldly critiques the state.
Juxtapoz Magazine - Umar Rashid and "The Kingdom of the Two Californias. La Epoca del Totalitarismo Part 2"Rashid's work reinvents history, empowering a rebellious spirit through accessible storytelling, aiming to shift narratives in a fractured world.
The Hand: An Anti-Totalitarian Animation, Banned for Two Decades & Now Considered One of the Greatest Animations (1965)Art produced under oppressive regimes often avoids offense, but Trnka's work boldly critiques the state.
Juxtapoz Magazine - Umar Rashid and "The Kingdom of the Two Californias. La Epoca del Totalitarismo Part 2"Rashid's work reinvents history, empowering a rebellious spirit through accessible storytelling, aiming to shift narratives in a fractured world.
The Orwell ExceptionClear language is crucial to maintaining political integrity, but its effectiveness is challenged in the current political climate.
Reichstag FireThe Reichstag fire was a pivotal event that enabled Hitler to strengthen his totalitarian rule in Germany.
East Germany: A failed experiment in dictatorship DW 10/07/2024The GDR was established in 1949 as a result of post-WWII political divisions, contrasting sharply with West Germany's democratic framework.
Russia places four journalists on trial for 'extremism' DW 10/02/2024Russia's trial of four independent journalists illustrates the heightened risks faced by media workers in the wake of Navalny's death.
Watch The Idea, the First Animated Film to Deal with Big, Philosophical Ideas (1932)The interwar period in Europe fostered artistic expressions reflecting the rise of totalitarianism, captured notably in the animated film "The Idea."
Hannah Arendt's conception of responsibilityRethinking the problem of evil necessitates understanding the banality of violence and institutional obedience as key elements of moral responsibility.
C L R James foresaw the crisis of US liberal democracy | Aeon EssaysC L R James's analysis of liberalism foretold the rise of totalitarianism in the U.S., linking it to the entertainment industry's impact.
Belarus: Alexander Lukashenko has been in power 30 years DW 07/20/2024Alexander Lukashenko has been in power in Belarus since 1994 and is accused of steering the country towards totalitarianism.
I was born behind the iron curtain but I got lucky. It's why I'm voting in these European electionsRemembering the oppressive conditions of living under a dictatorship and the newfound freedoms in post-totalitarian societies.
Ismail Kadare, Whose Novels Brought Albania's Plight to the World, Dies at 88Ismail Kadare, the influential Albanian novelist and poet, passed away in Tirana, leaving behind a legacy of dark, allegorical works that critiqued Albania's totalitarian state.
A Guide to Ismail Kadare's BooksIsmail Kadare used literature to criticize Albania's totalitarian state in a veiled manner and rose to international fame by offering a glimpse into life in a closed society.
Ismail Kadare, Whose Novels Brought Albania's Plight to the World, Dies at 88Ismail Kadare, the influential Albanian novelist and poet, passed away in Tirana, leaving behind a legacy of dark, allegorical works that critiqued Albania's totalitarian state.
A Guide to Ismail Kadare's BooksIsmail Kadare used literature to criticize Albania's totalitarian state in a veiled manner and rose to international fame by offering a glimpse into life in a closed society.