HARARE – The notion of a charismatic authoritarian is, at first blush, perplexing because it is somewhat oxymoronic — a charismatic ruler ought to induce endearment than fear. But reading Laura Mixon’s treatise on Hugo Chavez, the late Venezuelan ruler, one begins to appreciate this awkward nexus. In parts, I found Mixon’s work and…
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