4 chapters across the catalog
Rachel Maddow interviewed journalist Masha Gessen, who discussed "rules for survival" under an autocratic regime. Gessen argued that Donald Trump's campaign rhetoric regarding jailing opponents and deporting citizens indicates he ran for and was elected as an autocrat.
Masha Gessen on Radicalization, Terry Gross Interview
Author Masha Gessen appeared on NPR's Fresh Air to discuss the concept of "self-radicalization" in the context of the Tsarnaev brothers. Gessen argues that the term is poorly defined and often used by authorities to describe individuals who turn to terrorism without the direct guidance of an established organization.
FBI Investigation Gaps, Boston Bombing Evidence
Despite the guilty verdict in the Boston bombing trial, Masha Gessen points out significant "gaping holes" in the public's knowledge, such as where and when the bombs were actually constructed. The FBI admitted during testimony that they do not know the location of the bomb-making site, raising questions about potential accomplices.
Masha Gessen, Putin and Gay Rights, Foreign Agent Meme
Author Masha Gessen, a prominent critic of Vladimir Putin, argues that the Russian leader uses anti-gay sentiment to encourage xenophobia and label dissenters as "foreign agents." Gessen, who previously worked for the State Department-funded Radio Liberty, claims Putin has dismantled Russia's electoral system. The hosts compare these criticisms to actions taken by American presidents, suggesting a double standard in political rhetoric.
