Author of Death of Democratic Freedoms Series - Lesley Gregory

About the Author

Lesley Gregory is an accounting firm director with over thirty years experience in business and finance. Her passion for social equity and the forces that shape power, policy, and justice led her into political writing, where she brings a sharp analytical eye to the most pressing issues of our time. A graduate of the University of Tasmania, she lives in Western Australia with her family.

The rise of authoritarianism in modern America, the central theme of this book, is not just an important topic, it is a dire political crisis that demands immediate attention. By focusing on the first 45 days of Trump's 2025 presidency, the narrative doesn't merely pause; it zeroes in on a critical moment that exposes the early signs of a political shift capable of transforming the nation forever.
Through clear and compelling examples, the book draws direct comparisons between the political turmoil in the United States and past fascist regimes, offering invaluable insight into how authoritarian powers take root and grow. Written with the everyday reader in mind, Death of Democratic Freedoms: Trump's First 45 Days presents a straightforward, accessible guide to understanding the rise of authoritarianism in the U.S. It explores how such regimes emerge, their defining traits, and the devastating impact they have on society, making it both vital and relevant read for today's world.
A compelling series exploring the political, economic, and social consequences of Trump’s 2025 presidency. The ensuing national and global turmoil are examined through the lens of historical events, societal upheaval, and the power shifts that propelled the world's most powerful democracy to the brink of fascism. This period marks a terrifying descent, where democracy's very foundation is threatened, and the world watches as the fragile balance of power teeters on the edge of darkness.
The rise of authoritarianism in modern America, the central theme of this book, is not just an important topic, it is a dire political crisis that demands immediate attention. Written with the everyday reader in mind, The Death of Democratic Freedoms Series presents a straightforward, accessible guide to understanding the rise of authoritarianism in the U.S. and its devastating impacts, making it both a vital and relevant read for today’s world.

A Tangled Web of Trump Loyalists, the second volume in the Death of Democratic Freedoms series
This clear, accessible guide exposes the key players in Trump’s 2025 administration—loyalists, influencers, and media insiders chosen more for allegiance than expertise. The book reveals how chaos, competition, and constant reinvention now define American governance.
More than a political analysis, this is a call to action: to understand power, question loyalty-based leadership, and defend democratic institutions before they are reshaped beyond recognition.A guide to the masters, manipulators, and minions of Trump’s 2025 presidencyThe second instalment in the Death of Democratic Freedoms series, A Tangled Web of Trump Loyalists, is a clear and accessible guide for everyday readers seeking to understand the forces reshaping American governance. It unpacks the cabinet appointments, their media personas, and loyalties defining Trump’s 2025 administration and what they signal about the direction of U.S. democracy. This clear, accessible guide exposes the key players in Trump’s 2025 administration: loyalists, influencers, and media insiders chosen more for allegiance than expertise. The book reveals how chaos, competition, and constant reinvention now define American governance.
We explore the players in a presidency driven by constant reinvention, factional chaos, and strategic ambiguity; all designed to preserve power, not serve the nation.
But this is not just a critique of the political actors. It’s a call to caution.
Understanding who holds power and why, is the first step toward reclaiming it. At its core, this book is a warning: when loyalty becomes the highest qualification for public office, governance suffers, accountability erodes, and institutions begin to serve a single figure instead of the people. Everyday citizens must recognise that democracy is not self-sustaining. It requires informed engagement, principled resistance, and the courage to speak against systems that reward obedience over competence. The cost of doing nothing is far greater than any discomfort or division: It’s the quiet unravelling of a nation.
The time to pay attention is now.