Who Goes Nazi? (1941)

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This 1941 essay speculates on the personality types most susceptible to Nazism, arguing it's not about race or nationality but a certain mindset often found in the 'lost generation' shaped by WWI. The author profiles several acquaintances, contrasting those likely to embrace Nazism with those who would resist, attributing the former to factors like social ambition, insecurity, and a need for external validation, while the latter are characterized by strong personal codes and self-assuredness.