Ruth Ben-Ghiat

Ruth Ben-Ghiat is an Italian-American author and historian known for her work on authoritarianism and fascism. She is the author of several books, including 'Strongmen: Mussolini to Present' and 'Stalin's Secret War'. Ben-Ghiat has written for various publications and has appeared on numerous television and radio programs. She is a professor at New York University and has a strong online presence. She is based in the United States.