POSC 017 Lecture Notes - Lecture 5: Secret Police, Mao Zedong, Political Movement
13 Oct 2016
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Two broad types of non democratic regimes. Four key attributes distinguish totalitarian from authoritarian regimes: Degree of social and political pluralism permitted. Totalitarian regimes want to control hearts and minds . A system with principles sold by propaganda etc. Totalizing in the sense they guide individuals in all aspects of life to go along with regime preferences. Try to reshape society and force principles. Capitalism leads to the exploitation of the workers by the wealthy elites. Extreme form of nationalism that glorifies the nation"s mythical history. Idea that some races are superior and would inevitably conquer the weaker ones. Publicly demonstrate their support for the regime. If people don"t show support for the regime they could lose their job, and be scared for their security. Totalitarian regimes minimize social and political pluralism. Two tools used to eliminate social and political pluralism: Strong charismatic linkages between the leader and the masses. An example of totalitarian regime: nazi germany (1933-1945)
