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Evolution of Authoritarianism
- Authoritarianism evolves with recognizable patterns attacking opposition and minorities continuously.
- Modern autocracy uses electoral facade while undermining true democratic opposition and media.
Autocrats Exploit Inequality and Dissent
- Autocrats exploit societal dissatisfaction and inequalities to gain support.
- They roll back broad rights, empowering oligarchs and diminishing mass protections.
Stop Democratic Backsliding
- Use mass nonviolent protest to shift elite support away from autocrats.
- Foster community conversations and faith-based values to bridge polarization.