The Dangers of Fascism Understanding Authoritarian Rule - Russell Jack #MAGA #podcast

This is a clip from Episode 252 of the My Favorite Mistake podcast with host Mark Graban and guest Russell Jack. He’s a retired US Senior Federal Air Marshal, working in that role from 2002 to 2022. Russell previously served 5 years as a Federal Police Officer and 5 years in the Colorado Army National Guard, including a deployment in Saudi Arabia during Desert Storm. He is also a first-time author of the book “Is MAGA a Terrorist Movement?” — available now.

Key Takeaways:
Russell Jack explains the concept of fascism, describing it as one-party rule under a strong leader or president.
Discusses the implications of having a leader with control over the government, including a two-thirds majority in Congress and a supportive judicial branch.
Highlights the dangers of such a system, noting that it can lead to actions that do not reflect the will of the people in a representative democracy.
Emphasizes the importance of checks and balances to prevent the concentration of power and ensure that elected officials act in the interests of the public.
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