Governments were often seen as corrupt, indecisive, and defeatist. ... They attacked socialists, often physically, and succeeded in taking over some local governments. ... Without firing a shot the Black Shirts had gained control of the Italian government. ... He then moved to close down parliamentary government and other parties entirely. ... Mussolini's government also controlled the police, muzzled the press, and censored academic activity. ...

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• Grade Level: Undergraduate

Once Mussolini and his government gained power, they yearned for expansion outside the political sphere and wanted a totalitarian regime to control all aspects of life. ... The bloodshed caused by the fascist government, is a direct result of ultra-nationalism, and a militaristic leader who would sacrifice his own people for the good of the nation. ... Amendment I in the American Bill of Rights states that, "Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion, or prohibiting the free exercise thereof, or abridging the freedom of speech, or of the press; or the right of the peopl...

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• Grade Level: Undergraduate

This great political instability had greatly hindered the effectiveness the Weimar Republic's government. ... Many still had great feelings for nationalism, militarism, and the undeniably benefits of authoritarian government. ... The right were severely hostile towards parliamentary democracy and many radicals entered elections hoping to sabotage the government. ... They began voting for radical people, in a desperate effort to change the government and their situation actively. ... His continued ascent of political power soon created the totalitarian state that would clearly signal the ...

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• Grade Level: Undergraduate

There were many reasons governments and individuals viewed participation in WWI as necessary, and two of the most significant of these reasons include propaganda and peer pressure. ... The government was aiming to make the war seem like something of an escapade, and something positive to be a part of. The government was hiding the real truths of the war to the younger generation, and instead used propaganda to make the war seem like a very rewarding experience. ... Hitler's radical totalitarian rule would ultimately lead to the beginning of World War II, when France and Britain declared w...

• Word Count: 1660
• Approx Pages: 7
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• Grade Level: Undergraduate