Science Fiction : Why do dystopian futures always have a totalitarian government?

Why do dystopian futures always have a totalitarian government?

Like, can't the world still be shitty and frightening in a democracy? Like, oh I don't know, now.

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Re: Why do dystopian futures always have a totalitarian government?

There are also dystopian futures in which there is no government.

Re: Why do dystopian futures always have a totalitarian government?

lol Yeah I was going to say that. It's either totalitarianism or complete anarchy lol Is there no middle ground in the future?

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Re: Why do dystopian futures always have a totalitarian government?

Just thought of one: A Clockwork Orange.

Although the treatment used by the political and medical establishment is oppressive it’s halted after it goes wrong and the minister responsible apologises (mainly because good public relations are needed for the upcoming election).
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