Dissent is labeled as heresy in the dictatorship of virtue from "summary" of Dictatorship of Virtue by Richard Bernstein
In the context of the dictatorship of virtue, any form of dissent is immediately dismissed as heresy. The rigid adherence to a particular set of beliefs or values leaves no room for questioning or alternative viewpoints. Those who dare to challenge the status quo are swiftly labeled as outcasts, troublemakers, or even enemies of the state. This suppression of dissent is not merely a matter of silencing opposing voices; it is a fundamental aspect of maintaining power and control. By demonizing dissenters as heretics, the ruling regime seeks to delegitimize any alternative perspectives and solidify its own authority. In doing so, it creates a culture of fear and conformity, where deviation from the accepted norms is met with harsh punishment. The labeling of dissent as heres...
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