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 Ruth Ben-GhiatLucid | |
|---|---|
| Followers | 483,580 |
| Last 7 days | from Nov 7 |
| Last 30 days | from Nov 30 |
| Subscribers (rounded) | 208K+ |
| Paid subscribers | Thousands |
| Best board spot | #8 World Politics Bestsellers |
| Recommended by | 85 |
| New recommenders, 30 days | +13 |
| Recommends | 40 |
| Tracked since | Oct 31, 2026 |
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Ruth Ben-Ghiat
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