Authoritarianism and the Illusion of Democracy

This chapter explores the troubling rise of authoritarianism disguised as democratic protection in Europe, focusing on the impact on free speech and dissent. It highlights individual cases of sanctions against journalists and activists, raising concerns about the erosion of personal freedoms under national security pretenses. The discussion also critiques the selective enforcement of media regulations, drawing parallels between democracy and authoritarian regimes while examining the societal complacency toward these developments.