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Authoritarian regimes, which are built on control, conformity, and the suppression of dissent, often view science with suspicion or outright hostility. While science, by its nature, seeks truth through inquiry, evidence, and open debate, authoritarian systems thrive on imposing rigid narratives that discourage questioning. This fundamental clash between the two can explain why science poses a unique threat to authoritarian rule. At its core, science is about questioning established beliefs and testing them through experimentation and evidence. In contrast, authoritarians rely on the perception of infallibility to maintain power. They often present themselves as the ultimate authority on all matters,…