ELI5: Explain Like I'm 5

Everyday Stalinism

Imagine a big playground where everyone plays together. There is one person in charge of the playground and they make all the rules. They are called Stalin.

Now, Stalin has a lot of power and control over everyone on the playground. He tells them what games they can play, who they can play with, and even what they can say. If someone doesn't follow his rules, he might punish them by taking away their toys or making them sit out of the game.

This kind of control and power is what we call "everyday Stalinism" - when one person or group has absolute power and control over others in their everyday lives. It can happen in different ways, like how a boss might have control over their employees or how a teacher might have control over their students.

While it might seem like Stalin is doing what's best for everyone, it's important to remember that having so much control and power over others isn't a good thing. It can lead to unfair treatment and limit people's freedom and independence. So, it's important to always be aware of who is in charge and make sure they are treating everyone fairly and respectfully.