Episode 2: How Fascism Works by Jason Stanley - Deep Dive Book Review

Our review today is from Jason Stanley's How Fascism Works, which examines the mechanisms of fascist politics. Stanley uses historical examples, including the America First movement and Nazi Germany, to illustrate how fascists manipulate language, history, and social anxieties to consolidate power. He highlights the interconnectedness of fascist tactics, such as the creation of mythic pasts, the suppression of dissent, and the exploitation of anxieties around gender and race. The author emphasizes the importance of recognizing these tactics to counter the rise of fascism. Ultimately, the book serves as a warning against the dangers of fascist ideologies and their methods.

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