Government tyranny occurs when a ruling authority seizes unchecked power, suppressing dissent and eroding constitutional safeguards. It manifests through surveillance, censorship, and arbitrary enforcement—often justified as security measures. While elites and loyalists profit from consolidated control, ordinary citizens lose freedoms. This dynamic thrives in secrecy, warning against complacency in defending democratic institutions and individual rights.
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