In this episode of Front Burner, host Jamie Poisson interviews historian Timothy Ryback about the disturbing echoes between Nazi Germany and contemporary America, particularly the similarities between Adolf Hitler and Donald Trump. Ryback clarifies that while history doesn't repeat itself, there are troubling resonances. The discussion covers Hitler's use of democracy to dismantle the system, parallels in contemporary attacks on the press and potential abuses of power, and the historical context of protective custody (Schutzhaft) in relation to current legal discussions. Ryback also highlights the role of establishment figures and corporations in enabling authoritarian leaders, drawing parallels between German industrialists supporting Hitler and tech executives aligning with political figures today, and emphasizes the importance of voting, elected representatives, and the courts as defenses against threats to democracy.
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