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The Social Contract of Authoritarian Regimes: Power Dynamics and Their Fragility
In the quest for unmitigated control, many would go to great lengths to secure such influence. However, the equally crucial question remains: once power is attained, what measures are taken to maintain it? Across the globe, dictators and autocrats navigate this precarious landscape through implicit agreements with their citizens, resembling a social contract. This article delves into the nuanced world of power politics, examining how authoritarian regimes forge and often fray their social contracts.