Autocracy in America

There are authoritarian tactics already at work in the United States. To root them out, you have to know where to look.

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About Autocracy in America

There are authoritarian tactics already at work in the United States. To root them out, you have to know where to look.

Season 1, Episode 5

Politicize ‘Freedom’

If ‘freedom’ becomes partisan would some voters oppose it?

On a deep cerulean background a white star has three American flags piercing its center. The flag in the middle is red and black while the two flags on either side are black and white.
Season 1, Episode 4

Join the Kleptocracy

Autocrats dump their democratic allies and keep the company of kleptocrats.

On a deep cerulean background a person is wearing a suit with white stars falling out of their jacket pocket. They reach to shake hands with another person in a suit. Red and black snakes entangle the duo.
Season 1, Episode 3

Consolidate Power

America’s first true dictator disguised himself as a friend of “the people.”

On a deep cerulean background a person in a suit stands behind a podium with a red microphone. Their hand is raised and speech bubbles come from are visible. One has five white stars, one has a person sitting behind a mic and another has a map of Washington D.C.
Season 1, Episode 2

Capture the Courts

When justice seems like a joke, autocracy becomes more serious.

On a deep cerulean background a hand extends from the right side. A suite jacket and white shirt sleeve is visible above the hand. The hand is holding a red gavel and preparing to crush a bright white star that is upright. To the right and left of the star are other white stars, laying flat, that have been cracked.
Season 1, Episode 1

Start With a Lie

Undermine truth, spread falsehoods, and prepare the ground for worse.

On a deep cerulean background a hand extends from the left side. The fingers are outstretched and on each finger is a red string. At the bottom of each string is a white star.

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