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Authoritarian regimes around the world continue to silence dissent, shrink civic space, and resort to violence when their power is threatened. These patterns aren’t unique to any one country; they repeat across regions and generations.
In our latest episode of the Scholarly Podcast, President Ahrar Ramizpoor sits down with Dr. Owen Lippert to understand why these systems turn violent, what signals reveal that repression is about to intensify, and how propaganda begins to fail when people no longer trust what they’re told. Together, they break down how regimes rely on force when they start losing control, how disinformation is used to confuse and divide the public, and why strong, independent civil society remains one of the most powerful tools against repression.
If you’re interested in learning more, listen to this insightful podcast for deeper understanding.