Robert Reich: Authoritarianism Is Trump's Only Governing Philosophy

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After more than 100 days into his presidency, it seems fair to ask: What is Donald Trump’s governing philosophy? 

He isn’t really a Republican (he didn’t join the GOP until 2012). He’s hardly a free-market conservative (he’s eager to block trade and immigration). No one would mistake him for a libertarian (he’s okay with preventing abortions and gay marriage). 

So what is he? An authoritarian. 

Political scientists use this term to describe a way of governing that values order and control over personal freedom, and seeks to concentrate power in the hands of a single “strongman.” 

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1. This is a long-needed moment of clarity.

It does come down to this simple assessment. Of course, Trumpy himself declared it many times. No one seemed to be listening. "Only I can solve" these problems.

When people tell you who they are, believe them.

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2. K&R!

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3. Completely agree.

And it's a key reason (in addition to his ignorance and emotional/psychological deficiencies) why his presidency poses such a danger to our country.