The rise of authoritarian tendencies within democratic frameworks underscores the fragility of democracy itself. In 2025's global political climate, these six traits are not confined to any single nation but represent a broader trend where populism blurs the line between democracy and dictatorship. By recognizing these warning signs-- vanity, anti-intellectualism, adulation addiction, rage at dissent, vengefulness, and power-hoarding-- citizens can better safeguard democratic institutions before they slip into despotism.
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