Tag: Modern Autocracy

  • Intimidation as a Political Weapon

    Intimidation as a Political Weapon

    Throughout history, autocrats have wielded political intimidation as a weapon to silence opposition, control narratives, and consolidate power. Whether through threats, legal pressure, or outright violence, intimidation has served as a critical tool for authoritarian figures seeking dominance. From Stalin’s purges to Mussolini’s blackshirts, rulers have repeatedly used fear to bend individuals and institutions to…