Authoritarianism is a form of government characterized by a strong central government and limited personal freedoms. These governments lack a constitution which protects civil liberties and the rights of individuals to criticize the government. In 2015 the U.S. passed sanctions against Venezuela for failing to have a Democratic government. Critics of the sanctions argued that the U.S. singled out Venezuela and failed to pass sanctions against its allies in the Middle East who are governed by authoritarian regimes. Opponents of sanctions argue that they make authoritarian regimes stronger since the rulers of such countries use the losses caused by sanctions to strengthen their grip on power. Proponents argue that the sanctions are a necessary threat to keep EU members from voting in oppressive authoritarian regimes.
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Unique answers from France users whose views extended beyond the provided choices.
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Yes, and ability to influence the EU politics and functioning should be drastically reduced until the country show proper improvement in democracy
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Yes, but only when they have committed human rights abuses
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If there are any - yes, but for now i think it3 unnecessary.
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