Tyranny, in its most insidious form, does not merely present itself as the image of a despotic ruler but manifests in many of its more subtle forms. Throughout history, we have observed that absolutist power does not need to be visible to be effective. Modern tyranny disguises itself in discourses of "common good" and "social justice," often masked under the banner of progressive agendas that seek to expand control and regulation of individual actions. Its subterfuges are varied, but they all share a common goal: to silence dissenting voices and concentrate power in the hands of a governmental or corporate elite.
The concept of authority has historically been tied to a figure or institution that relied on reason and moral power to guide and govern society. However, in contemporary times, authority has been progressively emptied, largely due to its disconnection from the values and realities of the population. What was once a source of legitimacy has now become a mask for bureaucracy and authoritarianism.
Modern authority—be it political, economic, or religious—has lost the capacity to influence constructively. It has transformed into a hollow mechanism that revolves around self-interests, lacking a true connection to what society needs. In this context, what was once a symbol of stability and protection has become synonymous with control, repression, and conformity. The people, distanced from true authority, find themselves living in an existential void, where their voices are suppressed by structures that no longer represent their interests or needs.
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