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Generally speaking, a “Police State” can be described as a totalitarian government that regulates or over-regulates a society by a set of very strict standards. It is usually run by a single individual or political party. It's possible that two parties can share control as long as both parties share a vision of complete control over the populace and are able to work in concert. Any deviation from that specific goal is seen as antagonistic towards the State and will be met with punitive actions.
Current Police States like China and North Korea practice mass surveillance through video monitoring; strategically placed cameras; and other forms of electronic surveillance like monitoring social media sites; cell phone traffic; etc.
It's very common for the leader or leaders of a Police State to persecute and/or arrest and/or assassinate their political opponents. This process is directed via those in power by use of police actions and/or “kangaroo courts” not unlike them found in Banana Republics.
Police States are prone towards censoring information not in line with the official, political narrative and are quick to push their political ideals and agendas via various indoctrination centers like public schools; media outlets (television, radio, newspapers, etc.); school boards meetings; signage; etc.
In your opinion, has the USA become a Banana Republic, Police State, or is she rapidly moving in that direction?
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Generally speaking, a “Police State” can be described as a totalitarian government that regulates or over-regulates a society by a set of very strict standards. It is usually run by a single individual or political party. It's possible that two parties can share control as long as both parties share a vision of complete control over the populace and are able to work in concert. Any deviation from that specific goal is seen as antagonistic towards the State and will be met with punitive actions.
Current Police States like China and North Korea practice mass surveillance through video monitoring; strategically placed cameras; and other forms of electronic surveillance like monitoring social media sites; cell phone traffic; etc.
It's very common for the leader or leaders of a Police State to persecute and/or arrest and/or assassinate their political opponents. This process is directed via those in power by use of police actions and/or “kangaroo courts” not unlike them found in Banana Republics.
Police States are prone towards censoring information not in line with the official, political narrative and are quick to push their political ideals and agendas via various indoctrination centers like public schools; media outlets (television, radio, newspapers, etc.); school boards meetings; signage; etc.
In your opinion, has the USA become a Banana Republic, Police State, or is she rapidly moving in that direction?
Definition of POLICE STATE
a political unit characterized by repressive governmental control of political, economic, and social life usually by an arbitrary exercise of power by police and especially secret police in place of regular operation of administrative and judicial organs of the government… See the full definition
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