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brakester

(432 posts)
Sun Aug 24, 2025, 01:42 PM Aug 24

Dystopian definition

This an AI summary in Google:
(Remember AI and Truth often have a liberal bias!)
"Dystopian Characteristics:

Oppressive Control: Society is controlled by a ruthless government, a powerful corporation, or a rigid philosophical/religious ideology.

Loss of Freedom and Individuality: Citizens are often stripped of their freedoms and their ability to think independently.

Environmental Catastrophe: The world may be devastated by severe environmental problems.

Social Inequality: There is often a vast gap between the rich and the poor, or a society where certain groups are privileged over others.

Technological Control: Technology may be used to control, monitor, or oppress the population.

Propaganda: Information is controlled and manipulated to keep the population compliant.

Fear and Lack of Hope: Residents live in a constant state of fear, with little or no hope for improving their situation or escaping the system.

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