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Throughout time, people have wondered what happens when the government gains complete control not only over people's actions, but over thoughts that precede them. Is it even possible to gain such power over human nature that human beings will renounce all individuality? If such a society could exist, would human nature truly be conquered? Or just subdued sufficiently that the will of the few could be twisted into the will of the general population?
Undoubtedly, the thought of living in, or forming a utopian society has flashed through nearly every person's mind. A few people have even tried to make this ideal dream society a reality. Unfortunately, within the pursuit of these societies the leaders become corrupt and begin to become paranoid with the fear of rebellion. Hundreds of people were murdered during the reigns of Adolph Hitler and Joseph Stalin in what they considered measures to maintain peace and stability within their respective "perfect" society. One must also consider......

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