Question

Why were dictators rising to power before WWII? What made it so easy for them to gain control of their countries?

Answer 1

Because there was a rise in government intrusion in economic and social affairs and it was a lot of intimidation that caused them to gain power easily.

Answer 2

So in simple terms, the world saw a rise in dictators after the Great War because there was a rise in government intrusion in economic and social affairs. The greater power acquired by governments coalesced in the executive, thus setting the stage for a generation of dictators. No nation— not even the US— was spared.

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