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Noam Chomsky

The only justification for repressive institutions is material and cultural deficit. But such institutions, at certain stages of history, perpetuate and produce such a deficit, and even threaten human survival.

Noam Chomsky

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Noam Chomsky argues that harsh systems are only acceptable if there is a real lack of resources or culture that needs addressing. However, these systems can actually cause or worsen those shortages and even put humanity at risk during certain historical periods.

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