The phrase "brutal dictator" refers to a leader who governs a country in a harsh, violent, and oppressive manner, often using force and cruelty to control and suppress their own citizens. Full definition
ddeevviinn There are, however, non-atheist examples of brutal dictators, Hitler being a prime one. (religion.blogs.cnn.com)
Most of the most brutal dictators of the past few centuries were atheists who showed great disdain for religion (not just Christianity). (religion.blogs.cnn.com)
If God can change people's hearts, why didn't he change Stalin's or Hitler's, or that of any other brutal dictator before he murdered millions? (religion.blogs.cnn.com)