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The social contract can serve as a powerful tool for dictators, allowing for the political suppression of dissent and the maintenance of power. However, the inherent danger lies in the leaders' ability to deliver on their promises. As seen through Putin, MBS, and Xi, shifts in economic conditions, military involvement, and public discontent can disrupt the balance of such agreements, prompting citizens to challenge their leaders.
When these implicit contracts become untenable, the consequences can be dire. History shows that autocratic leaders risk facing upheaval as former contracts unravel. People may only tolerate suppression for so long before cries for change grow too loud to ignore.