You believe that a strong, centralized government led by a powerful leader can provide stability, order, and efficient decision-making for the betterment of society.
Authoritarianism is a political ideology characterized by strong central power and limited political freedoms. Under an authoritarian regime, individual freedoms are subordinate to the state, and there is no constitutional accountability. The power is concentrated in the hands of a leader or a small elite that is not constitutionally responsible to the body of the people. Political power in an authoritarian system is maintained by control over the mass communications, outright suppression of political dissent, and a prohibition on political parties competing against the ruling party.
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Does the concentration of power in the hands of a few ever benefit the majority?
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No, the greater the decentralisation of power and authority, the better
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It helps to get things done. But it needs to have a high level of oversight to ensure that power is not absurd. Ideally the public should be able to hold their representatives to account, not just at election time.
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I don't trust the people in power to represent the general public, as seen in the current genocide on the palestinian people and the various massive protests, our government does not speak for us.
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Authoritarianism works ok in education I guess but that’s about it.
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How would you describe the ideal relationship between citizens and those who govern them?
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A perfect system to me has always been a power and efficient authoritarian state that is based on a constitution/bill of rights that it must uphold at all times. If it does not do so then the people have every right to replace the government with a new one.
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How much power should a leader be able to have over your personal life choices for the sake of national interest?
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Some control on matters which affect the community
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Would you trust one authority to act in your best interests during a difficult situation, and why?
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No, a response to a situation should be headed by several parties so that a balance of interests, benefits and drawbacks on all aspects can be identified and established.
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