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Trump sees power as private property – a habit shared by autocrats throughout the ages

  • Written by Fernanda G Nicola, Professor of Law, American University
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Shortly before crowds of his supporters stormed the Capitol on Jan. 6, Donald Trump implored them to “take back our country.” His words echoed a long history of authoritarians who have attempted to privatize power and turn it into personal property.

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