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The beginning of the end of democracy? How the US is sliding towards authoritarianism
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- Oct 9, 2025
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Summary
The US seems to be moving from liberal democracy towards an authoritarian state. President Trump is undermining democratic norms and the rule of law. Johannes Thimm analyses whether US institutions are resilient enough to withstand his second term and what the erosion of democracy means for Europe.