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Doublethink promotes contradictory beliefs to suppress rebellion from "summary" of 1984 [Nineteen Eighty-four] by George Orwell
Doublethink is the key to controlling the minds of the citizens of Oceania. It is the ability to hold two contradictory beliefs in one's mind simultaneously, and believe in both of them. This concept is essential for maintaining the Party's grip on power, as it allows them to manipulate reality and suppress any thoughts of rebellion. By promoting contradictory beliefs through doublethink, the Party ensures that individuals are unable to think critically or question the Party's authority. This creates a sense of confusion and cognitive dissonance, making it difficult for individuals to form coherent thoughts or challenge the Party's narrative. As a result, rebellion is effectively quashed before it even has a chance to take root. Doublethink is ingrained in every aspect of life in Oceania, from the const...
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