THE DICTATORSHIP SYNDROME

The role of intellectuals is not confined to speaking truth to power but extends to voicing concerns that will empower people to think and ponder beyond the government propaganda. Every government has its own propaganda machinery that tries to control the masses, shape their opinions, construct enemies, justify wars and blame others for all the ills and problems of the nation. This requires huge management by the regime to deny people access to what is really happening. The masses of common people who are struggling with their day-to-day mundane routines have very little time, leisure, resources or potential to face the narrative of the power or regime ruling them.