That’s why I used the scare quote. I don’t really believe authoritarian is good descriptor but it’s the lexicon chosen for folks that believe in a useful and withering state.
But there is also a lot more to a conversation as complex as authority than the definition.
Authoritarian means strong enforcement and control over others.
Citizens.
That’s the literal definition. I think you are mixed up about definitions.
Authoritarian:
–favoring or enforcing strict obedience to authority, especially that of the government, at the expense of personal freedom
That’s why I used the scare quote. I don’t really believe authoritarian is good descriptor but it’s the lexicon chosen for folks that believe in a useful and withering state.
But there is also a lot more to a conversation as complex as authority than the definition.
Yeah for sure