Rise of Totalitarianism CONCEPT FORMATION Joseph Stalin Video

Rise of Totalitarianism CONCEPT FORMATION

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How do we define Totalitarianism? Concept Definition: Totalitarianism is the practice of a centralized government that is intolerant of other political parties and opinions, rules with a single-party system, and controls all aspects of citizens’ everyday lives through state-controlled mass media, personality cultism, economic control, regulation of speech, mass surveillance, and/or the use of terror. Critical Attributes: 1. Intolerant of other political parties and opinions 2. Centralized single-party government 3. Government that controls all aspects of citizens’ everyday lives through state-controlled mass media, personality cultism, economic control, regulation of speech, mass surveillance, and/or the use of terror

Is Totalitarianism in Leclercstan? You live under deplorable conditions. Your life consists of getting up every morning to work at the factory that is owned and operated by the government. Before you leave, the state sponsored news channel tell you how wonderful your daily beatings will be and that you should love your all-knowing and allpowerful leader. You wish could change the system but you can only vote for one party. You attempt to stage a protest with your factory friends. As a consequence, you are permanently removed from society meaning you are no longer alive. Before your untimely death, you were cruelly tortured for disrespecting the state.

Is Totalitarianism in Kosikstan? You hate your government. You feel like no one listens to you ever. You feel as though government officials drone on about nothing that pertains to you. With so many political parties is seems that not much of anything is accomplished. Who put these people in office anyways? The people never seem to get anything right when they’re involved. There are so many media outlets. All they ever do is express their opinions about what’s going on in the world. It’s nonstop. You’re thankful you can turn off your TV.

Is Totalitarianism in Wiltsieland? You are peasant, and you live in your village. The king proclaims his that he rules because of divine right. His absolutism knows no bounds. He decides who lives and dies. You must do his bidding! No one represents you. The king has all the power and no one questions his authority. The king sponsors the arts. Beautiful paintings and sculptures are created, which pleases everyone of course. The king also enjoys hunting. He’s only one guy and can’t be everywhere at once to watch you.

Is Totalitarianism in Goodmanland? You love Big Brother. You know it in your bones this is true. He’s always watching you through the telescreen. You like having him around and enjoy the occasional conversation. You live in a wonderful utopia. Everything is taken care of for you. Big Brother tells you when to work, when to sleep, and when to have fun. You accept the three slogans of the party: War is Peace, Freedom is Slavery, and Ignorance is Strength.

Is there Totalitarianism in Sipostan? You must adhere to the strict values and rituals described in detail by the Church of the Flying Spaghetti Monster or Pastafarianism. You must end every prayer with “Ramen” or risk severe consequences. Other than these stipulations, you may read whatever you like and vote for your representatives in government. But, if you blaspheme the Flying Spaghetti Monster, you will be punished with wet noodles.

Is Totalitarianism in Skeansland? All you have ever known is chaos. Violence runs rampant. People do whatever they please. There is no control over anything. People lie, steal, and cheat others. Every year, there is a 24 hour purge where people are eliminated vigilantes. You wish you could change this for the better, but it doesn’t seem possible. The government proclaims “laissez faire!” or let things run their course. There is only one party in control and they believe this is the best policy for the nation.

Is Totalitarianism in Johnstonstan? You live in a civil society. People are moral and virtuous. Everyone belongs to the state sponsored party. Other political parties are disapproved of and a disbanded. Businessmen and women excel in an economically free environment. Profits are high and everyone benefits. People say whatever they please unless it hurts the common good. The news outlets are controlled by the government and the message proclaimed typically touches on how the party benefits the people in general.

Is Totalitarianism in Smithland? In your society, the government imposed constraints on the economy for the benefit of all people. There are multiple political parties and they engage in an election process. Most of the time the government is split between two party factions. While it’s a polarized political situation. Occasionally, government attends to the issues of the nation. The people are relatively content and free to speak their mind. But, one person was arrested for screaming FIRE! This individual was arrested for causing a panic and jailed for 30 days.

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