How are Communism, radical Islam, and other totalitarian ideologies alike?
a. They are compatible with liberal democracy.
b. They give precedence to personal liberties.
c. They distinguish clearly between public and private spheres.
d. The government largely controls the way the people live.
e. The government secures the rights of the people.
ANS: D
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