Suppression of dissent from "summary" of Animal Farm and 1984 by George Orwell
The suppression of dissent is a recurring theme in both Animal Farm and 1984. It is a tactic employed by those in power to maintain control over the population and prevent any challenges to their authority. In Animal Farm, dissent is suppressed through fear and intimidation. The pigs use violence and threats to silence any animals who speak out against their leadership. They create a climate of fear in which dissent is punished harshly, leading the other animals to self-censor and avoid speaking out against the pigs. Similarly, in 1984, dissent is suppressed through surveillance and manipulation. The Party constantly monitors its citizens through telescreens and spies, ensuring that any dissent is quic...
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