The Rise of Trump: Lessons from 1930's Germany

Sep 25, 2025 | Al Hunt interviews Professor Benjamin Hett, a historian specializing in Nazi Germany. They discuss the rise of Hitler, the dismantling of democracy through the Enabling Act, and the miscalculations of business leaders who thought they could control him. The conversation draws parallels between the authoritarian tactics of the Nazis and contemporary political situations, emphasizing the role of propaganda and the concept of the 'big lie' in shaping public perception.