The Multiple Offenses of North Korea

 Wyatt Quillin

Mr. Roddy

IHSS

9 April 2021

The Multiple Offenses of North Korea

    North Korea is known around the world as the totalitarian, almost dystopian state that rules through fear. This country is one of the only remaining isolated totalitarian states in the world, and basically the polar opposite of its neighbor South Korea. North Korea indulges in numerous inhumane acts like torture, execution, starvation, and more to keep its people complacent. The state rules through fear and ignorance, restricting access to the Web and strictly allowing only certain books and newspapers to be purchased. Pro-state propaganda floods the country, keeping a tight hold on its citizens. But one of the worst things about this country is its strict ban on freedom of speech and freedom of religion. Because the government has total control over the entire military and prisons, you could be thrown in jail for nearly anything that the government feels threatens or insults it. Even simple things like trying to make a call outside of the country, or owning a bible or Quran can be considered a political crime and can get you thrown in jail, placed in a labor camp, or even publicly executed. Public execution is one of the main ways the government keeps its power. Everyone is forced to watch the executions, no matter their age. Starvation is the norm for most citizens in North Korea, and making money isn't easy. It is also illegal to leave the country without express permission, and any escapees have to keep their identity a secret for fear of North Korea's multiple spies around the world. This country is probably the worst in the world purely from its governmental laws. There need to be some serious changes made in this country in order to save the 25 million citizens who live and suffer every single day. Thankfully, North Korea is only one country and this nightmarish governmental rule doesn't fly past its borders. 

https://www.bushcenter.org/catalyst/freedom/kirkpatrick-freedom-north-korea.html 

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