Photo courtesy of IFEX Repressive government actions that restrict citizen behaviour undermine political legitimacy and fuel anti-government sentiment as history has repeatedly demonstrated, the Soviet Union being a case in point. Rather than quelling dissent, repression often invigorates social movements and political participation. For democracy to succeed and sustainable governance to take root, governments must involve citizens in reforms, foster consensus through public engagement and prioritise dynamic interactions over outdated repressive measures. Public consensus and accountability provide stability while coercive measures against populations generate instability. During the 2024 presidential and parliamentary elections, the NPP pledged to abolish the draconian Prevention…
The Protection of the State from Terrorism Act: Has the NPP Lost Its Way?
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