“The powers in charge keep us in a perpetual state of fear keep us in a continuous stampede of patriotic fervor with the cry of grave national emergency”
— Douglas MacArthur
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People in authority often try to control the public by keeping them scared all the time. They do this by constantly warning about serious dangers or crises that might happen. For example, a government might talk a lot about threats from other countries to make people feel they should trust and support their leaders more. This can lead to people getting very patriotic and willing to accept things they normally wouldn't, like giving up some freedoms or supporting wars. By keeping the public in a state of fear and stress, leaders can easily manipulate their reactions and maintain their power. Knowing this is happening can help individuals think more critically and not get swept up by fear tactics.
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