A Snapshot of Life In An Authoritarian Culture

Not limited to societies that outwardly embrace authoritarianism

A month after your supervisor gives you a stellar evaluation, with the promise of a raise and a promotion, you receive a call from your organization's human resources officer. In an unemotional and uncaring tone, sounding like an automaton, in a flat monotone, she states:

“I’m sorry to inform you that a ‘higher authority’ ” above your employer demands …