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E. Jean Carroll's avatar

Ronda, This is the best interview with Ruth I have ever heard! (And she has been interviewed by the best of the best). You are deceptively deep.

Ronda Cress's avatar

That’s very generous of you, E. Jean! Thank you ! ☺️

Sue's avatar

I love listening to Dr. Ben-Ghiat! She is such an uplifting speaker. Globally, we have been here before and have emerged stronger for it. “The malfeasance will be the undoing of the Republican Party”! Absolutely! Thank you for your stellar interview.

Ronda Cress's avatar

Thanks, Sue! Ruth is fantastic.

Richard Murrietta's avatar

Wow you really know the most wonderful people. I will be buying her book. I actually know a lot about fascism from reading many books about it, but you can never have enough knowledge. I have been saying these same things about D J Trump for years now. When he was elected again I almost gave up hope & was actually researching about moving to Costa Rica. But then I thought I would be betraying my ancestors that fought in the Revolution, War of 1812 Civil War (unfortunately some on the wrong side🙀), Spanish American War, World wars 1 & 2. Also my friends now. Down with Fascism & totalitarianism. I had to put DJ Trump because there is a good Trump too, maybe you know her. Lol

The People's Lantern's avatar

Enjoyed. Thank you. Professor Ben-Ghiat is the reason I became inspired to activism recently. Just discovered her last summer. Big fan.

Ronda Cress's avatar

That’s awesome! Glad to hear it.

JB's avatar

I am reading/listening to all of your work, and it is fabulous!!! It just takes me too long to comment because, you know me, I don't have my act together. But it is all fantastic! You are so insightful and brilliant! Can't wait for the next one!!!

Ronda Cress's avatar

That’s very kind!! Thank you. 😊

Paula Harmon's avatar

Thank you Ronda and Dr. Ruth Ben-Ghiat !

I agree Russia stands a lot to gain in this war .

Took a late lunch break w/ my team and there you were on the big screen . Let me say today was a big draw.

People were sharing their stories/ experiences of life in their regions around the world as war broke out . The majority of our community no longer will accept who gets to have/not.

The pressure is mounting on this administration and the President is in a failed position and weakening .

Some good news The Democratic Party are winning elections some in double digits over the President in the past . Sherrod Brown Ohio has a slight 2 point lead over his opponent Marist Poll has the President at 38% in favor 59% against.

Though sadly America is no longer the bastion of hope and prosperity while Donald shunts democracy the rise in polarization through fascism and propaganda makes Dr. Ruth Ben-Ghiats point true in the creation of alternate structures along with Professor Timothy Synder’s theory on why this war , is to subvert the election into a takeover .

I’ll never tire in saying I enjoy your interviews and your work is beautifully written and thought provoking essential.

Peace !

Ronda Cress's avatar

Thanks for this, Paula.

Margaret Cameron's avatar

Enjoyed learning about Ruth's background Rhonda. Thank you for asking her the question. 💖

Ronda Cress's avatar

I’m glad you enjoyed it!

Richard Murrietta's avatar

Oh & Mary said we could guess your location, I would guess Santa Fe?