Utopian visions often lead to tyranny from "summary" of The Open Society and Its Enemies by Karl Raimund Popper
The belief in a perfect society is a dangerous illusion that has plagued humankind throughout history. Those who are seduced by the promises of a utopian vision are often blind to the dangers that lie ahead. They become so enamored with their idealized world that they are willing to sacrifice individual freedom and human rights in pursuit of their grand design. The utopian dream becomes a nightmare when those in power seek to impose their vision on society. In their quest for perfection, they resort to authoritarian measures to suppress dissent and enforce conformity. Any deviation from the prescribed path is seen as a threat to the utopian project, and those who dare to question the authorities are quickly labeled as enemies of the state. The road...
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