(1) Invoke a Terrifying internal and external ememy.
(2) Create a Gulag.
(3) Develop a thug castle.
(4) Set-up an internal surveillance system.
(5) Harass citizens’ groups.
(6) Engage in arbitrary detetion and release.
(7) Target key individuals.
(8) Control the Press.
(9) Dissent equals treason.
(10) Suspend the Rule of Law.
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