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The claim of authoritarianism within the left is a provocative perspective that suggests intolerance to dissent is not only a limitation but a significant threat to the broader movement's success. Uygur's critics are said to embody a mindset that pushes out moderates or dissenters, thereby erasing the potential for constructive conversation and collaboration. This has led to the contention that the left’s strict adherence to party lines can be detrimental, resulting in election losses and a disconnect from the electorate, who may be more diverse in their opinions than purist ideologies suggest.