How did Saddam Hussein gain total control over young people?

Saddam Hussein gained total control over young people in Iraq through a combination of indoctrination, Propaganda, and state-sponsored organizations. He established youth organizations, such as the Ba'ath Party's youth wing, which promoted loyalty to the regime and its ideology. The government also integrated education and military training into youth programs, fostering a sense of nationalism and allegiance to Saddam. Additionally, the regime used fear and repression to suppress dissent among young people, ensuring that any opposition was quickly silenced.