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Practical Utopias and the Authoritarian vs. Freedom Model
Utopias can be both authoritarian and non-authoritarian. Some believe that authority is necessary to ensure the realization of utopian ideals, while others think that authority perpetuates inequalities. Throughout history, there have been numerous attempts to create utopian societies, including monastic communities and modern-day communistic communities. However, utopias face challenges when individuals desire private possessions and wealth, highlighting the struggle between self-fulfillment and the collective vision of a utopia.