What was the nature of Saddam Hussein’s rule in Iraq? Flashcards
1
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Totalitarianism
A
Government ruled by a single party and/or person that exerts unlimited control over its citizen’s lives.
2
Q
What was the nature of Saddam Hussein’s rule in Iraq?
A
- Under fear
- Became more aggressive towards Israel
- Propaganda showed him as a superior leader (the cult of personality)
- Won another election because everyone was scared they were going to be executed if they didn’t vote for him