CounterPunch.org uncovers chilling parallels between Nazi Germany in 1933 and MAGA America in 2025, exposing urgent warning signs of growing authoritarianism and intensifying societal fractures that demand our attention
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New insights from Aristotle reveal how social balance serves as a powerful shield against tyranny. Psychology Today explores how his timeless wisdom on justice and moderation remains crucial in navigating today’s complex political landscape
Paul Krugman raises a urgent warning in his latest Substack post, revealing how Trump’s policies are steering the U.S. toward a Venezuelan-style political and economic disaster-marked by intense polarization, reckless economic decisions, and a troubling collapse of democratic principles
China and Russia are unlikely to attempt a daring Maduro-style raid, aware of the high geopolitical stakes and possible repercussions. Instead, they choose to exert their influence quietly from the shadows, steering clear of direct military moves to maintain global strategic balance
Brazil’s January 8 attack on its Congress eerily echoes the January 6 Capitol riot in the U.S., revealing deep political divides and the dangerous force of misinformation fueling violent unrest
Books 2025″ reveals a surprising wave of nostalgia for Spain’s dictatorship, even fifty years after its collapse. Highlighted in Global Atlanta, this phenomenon sparks lively debates about memory, identity, and the powerful ways history still influences today’s Spain
Thousands of dictatorship-era army officers and their supporters flooded the streets of Argentina, igniting a powerful surge of conservative energy amid escalating political tensions. This electrifying rally highlights the growing divisions tearing through the nation as it approaches pivotal elections
China’s already stringent censorship and surveillance systems are being turbocharged with cutting-edge AI technology, enabling lightning-fast data analysis and even tighter control over online content-igniting new concerns about privacy and freedom
China’s updated law dramatically intensifies control over civil activities, imposing stricter limits on personal freedoms. Critics warn that this move escalates government surveillance, suppresses public expression, and severely restricts independent organizations
Spain’s nostalgic view of Franco’s regime often overlooks the harsh and brutal realities it imposed. It’s crucial to face the oppression, violence, and fear that defined his dictatorship, cutting through the sanitized narratives that attempt to rewrite history
China’s latest plenum saw the lowest turnout in decades, spotlighting a surge of intense political purges under Xi Jinping. This unprecedented upheaval marks a decisive consolidation of power amid growing internal unrest, Bloomberg reports
A recent Slate article reveals the surprising extent of Vladimir Putin’s influence in classrooms, uncovering how Russian state narratives are subtly weaving into children’s education and reshaping historical truths in ways both pervasive and unexpected
Brazil’s former President Jair Bolsonaro has been sentenced to 27 years in prison for masterminding a coup attempt. This historic ruling marks a bold step forward in Brazil’s relentless battle to defend democracy and uphold justice
Brazil’s former president Jair Bolsonaro, famously known as the ‘Trump of the Tropics,’ has been convicted on coup charges. This groundbreaking verdict sends shockwaves through Brazil’s fierce political landscape and marks a crucial turning point in the nation’s turbulent saga
The Bolsonaro coup trial in Brazil has reignited, unfolding amid a wave of intense attacks from former US President Trump and Brazilian far-right groups. This dramatic escalation highlights soaring political tensions and growing threats to democracy, reports the World Socialist Web Site
Chinese President Xi Jinping, Russian President Vladimir Putin, and North Korean leader Kim Jong-un stood united at Beijing’s military parade, showcasing a striking and historic display of authoritarian strength amid rising global tensions
Australia has firmly denounced Hong Kong’s efforts to silence exiled dissidents abroad, labeling these actions as “transnational repression.” The government warns that these aggressive tactics endanger global freedoms and undermine national sovereignty
France is facing intense scrutiny as the government tightens its grip on opposition parties, raising alarm bells about the future of democracy. Critics argue that these forceful actions are stifling dissent at a crucial moment, with important elections looming
Freedom House highlights the rising danger of transnational repression in the UK, calling for immediate and stronger measures to protect activists working abroad. The report stresses the urgent need for increased awareness and bold government action to uphold human rights and defend free expression across the globe
Argentina’s Peronist former president has been sentenced to house arrest and permanently banned from politics, marking a dramatic turning point in the nation’s ongoing political turmoil and fierce judicial crackdown on its former leaders