Political & Economic theory
Seeks to make all people equal (classless society)
Developed by Karl Marx
Extreme Nationalism
No private ownership
In theory, no leader, directed directly by the people
Charismatic leader has absolute authority
Militaristic
Society built on classes
Believe in capitalism & gov. relationship
Can include communism & fascism
Clear ideological goals
Personal sacrifice for good of state
Dynamic leader
State control of society & individuals
One ruler or small group of rulers holds all the power
The state holds total authority
Anti-democratic
Suppression of individual rights
Ideological influence
Both have an emphasis on the control of a dictator
Both include socioeconomic control
Joseph Stalin
Adolf Hitler
Benito Mussolini
Communism Totalitarianism
Fascism