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The Modern Face of Tyranny: Beyond Government Control
Tyranny in today's world is not merely government control, but also the influence of privatized entities like corporations, the media shaping worldviews, and institutions dictating norms and taboos. These non-governmental powers often surpass the government in control due to the absence of similar checks and balances. Noam Chomsky suggests that advocating for the abolition of the state without a feasible alternative only leads to an idealistic dialogue detached from practical improvements. Rather, the focus should be on establishing a network of communities capable of cooperation post-state abolition to truly address modern tyranny.