The secret weapon of a modern autocrat

Modern autocrats use a sophisticated toolbox, and one of the most powerful and covert set of strategies, is how they use something we all rely on, and many of us don't often think about. In this episode, I speak to an expert on how autocrats, behind a cloak of legitimacy, use the law to dismantle democracy and entrench their regimes.They count on you and me to look the other way.Enjoy clarity on this important subject with Dr Regitze H. Rohlfing, Deputy Director at Nyt Europa and Board member of the Civil Liberties Union for Europe. Regitze holds a PhD in the sociology of law from the University of Copenhagen and has published widely on democratic backsliding, social movements, and the use of law to advance rights. She has conducted extensive fieldwork in Eastern Europe and North Africa and is a lead author on multiple reports on civic space and democracy. She is a frequent public speaker and media commentator on European politics and fundamental rights.A video of this episode is on our new youtube channel @SaveDemocracypodcastThe pod website is savedemocracy.todayThe host and creator of this podcast, Katherine Davies, can be emailed at [email protected] information, opinions, and recommendations presented in this podcast are for general informational purposes only and should not be considered professional, legal or political advice. Reliance on any information provided in this podcast is done at your own risk. Always consult with a qualified professional or local officials for specific advice tailored to your situation. The views and opinions expressed by the guest in this podcast are solely their own and do not necessarily reflect the views, positions, or policies of the host or the production company.Music by Uppbeat, includes Niafunke by Arnito, Reawakening by Terra Symphonia, City on Mute by Dan Barton and Closing A Chapter by poetri.