
Sven Reichardt
Sven Reichardt is a prominent historian and political scientist known for his work on fascism and authoritarianism. In a recent interview, he discussed the evolving perceptions of Donald Trump's presidency, highlighting a shift among scholars regarding the use of the term 'fascism' in relation to contemporary politics. Reichardt prefers the term 'Postfaschismus' to describe the current political climate in the United States and Europe, indicating his concerns about the rise of populist movements and their implications for democracy.
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Sven Reichardt co-authored a guest article on the topic of right-wing populism and its implications.
Rechtspopulismus oder Faschismus? Die Debatte ist keine linke Nebelkerze - KulturSüddeutsche Zeitung·
Germany· 2026-06-22
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Sven Reichardt explains his preference for the term 'Postfaschismus' in relation to current developments.
Postfaschismus in den USA: „Trump würde nie sagen, dass er der neue Hitler ist“ - PolitikSüddeutsche Zeitung·
Germany· 2026-01-20
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