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“In the twentieth century, all the major enemies of freedom were hostile to non-governmental organizations, charities, and the like. Communists required all such groups to be officially registered and transformed them into institutions of control.” quote by Timothy Snyder
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““In the twentieth century, all the major enemies of freedom were hostile to non-governmental organizations, charities, and the like. Communists required all such groups to be officially registered and transformed them into institutions of control.””

Timothy Snyder

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Source Interview: The Future of Freedom, 2022

Authoritarian regimes co‑opt NGOs to control dissent.

In simple terms: Regimes turn NGOs into tools.

Key Takeaway

Protect NGO independence.

Themes

freedom civil society authoritarianism control

Mood

urgent concerned

Type

political activist

When to use this quote

  • human rights advocacy
  • policy making
  • activism

Key Concepts

political repression civil liberties

Questions to Reflect On

  • What safeguards can NGOs implement?
  • How does public awareness affect resistance?
A Different Perspective

Not all NGOs can resist state pressure.

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