From Democracy to Dictatorship? How Authoritarianism Can Creep In

Authoritarianism is when leaders do whatever they want, ignore the rules, and use fear to stay in control… kind of like a parent who punishes you for calling them out. Dr. Saul Tobias from Liberal Studies at Cal State Fullerton explains that even democracies can slide into authoritarianism if people in power stop defending the courts, elections, and the Constitution. To spot the warning signs, check out these books: On Tyranny by Timothy Snyder and Twilight of Democracy by Anne Applebaum.