Ruth Ben-Ghiat
Ruth Ben-Ghiat is an internationally acclaimed historian specializing in authoritarianism and Italian fascism.
She serves as a professor of history and Italian studies at New York University, where her research focuses on authoritarian regimes and their methods of gaining and maintaining power.
Ben-Ghiat is a prominent political commentator, regularly contributing analysis to major outlets including the Atlantic, CNN, and the Washington Post.
Her expertise in fascist history and contemporary authoritarian movements has made her a sought-after speaker and media presence, particularly regarding modern threats to democracy.
She lives in New York City and has built her career examining how autocrats manipulate truth to seize power.
