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Authoritarianism Is On The Rise. Is Climate Change To Blame?

29 Oct 2024 | Abstracted from Grist

"Although it's difficult to prove that climate change contributed to the ascent of these strongmen, political scientists, economists, and psychologists have found evidence that the dangers of global warming can push individuals, and nations, in an authoritarian direction...

"Researchers have long noticed that natural disasters like floods, droughts, and wildfires can help autocratic politicians consolidate power."

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