The information revolution’s erosion of state power could, at its worst, lead to harsh reaction, one that leads to an erosion of civil liberties and democracy, because __________
a. neo-feudal arrangements are likely to be contractual, and corporations will not design them with freedom of speech or expression in mind.
b. a lack of state power will bring with it anarchy and calls for authoritarian leadership
c. fascist dictators akin to Hitler and Mussolini are likely to rise amid concerns about financial insecurity and a lack of effective law enforcement.
d. major changes to the nature and distribution of power could lead to pure anarchy, in turn, leading many to want to sacrifice civil liberties in return for promises of basic personal security.
Answer: D
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