Totalitarianism is the control of all aspects of a society or people, often by a single ruler.
Aspects of Totalitarian Government
1. Political
- State more important then the individuals
- Government controlled by a single political party
- Powerful dictator unites the people
- Dictator symbolizes government
2. Social
- Government controls all aspects of daily life
- Secret police use terror and violence to enforce government policies
- Citizens denied basic rights and liberties
3. Economic
- Government controls business
- Government directs the national economy
- Labor and business are used to fulfill the objectives of the state
