Fascism And Authoritarian Leaders: Benito Mussolini, Italy

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Facism is a poltical philosophy that advocates nationalism, though at times in the most extreme manners, for the betterment of the country. In essence, the people of that country serve their set government, as opposed to the government serving the people living in that country. Fascim is also has a level of extreme authoritarianism. Authoritarianism governement styles delegates the power to one person, or a small group of people. Authoritarian leaders do not subdue to the “rule of law.” Laws have little to no baring on them. A prime example of an authoritarian leader is Benito Mussolini, Italy’s leader from 1925-1943. The nature of fascism has a history of being very oppressive towards a group of people. Severe economic and social regimentation