What were some ways that Stalin hurt his own people?

Stalin harmed his own people through brutal policies such as forced collectivization, which led to widespread famine, particularly in Ukraine, resulting in millions of deaths. His regime also implemented severe political repression, including the Great Purge, where perceived enemies were executed or sent to labor camps. Additionally, the suppression of dissent and censorship stifled intellectual freedom, causing fear and suffering among the population. These actions collectively devastated the social fabric and well-being of Soviet citizens.