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Why do North Koreans just allow themselves to be starved over and over without overthrowing the government?
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North Koreans have limited access to news outside of the country, but it is believed that the government maintains power through a combination of propaganda, threats, and rewards. North Koreans fear severe punishment if they speak out against the government or attempt to flee the country. Additionally, North Korean society has been heavily centralized, and many aspects of daily life are controlled by the government, making it difficult for citizens to organized collectively against the government. The lack of access to basic needs may also make revolution seem like an uncertain proposition. Furthermore, the government often provides aid when severe droughts or floods occur. In recent years, the government has even implemented some economic reforms. Even still, international pressure should be used to increase humanitarian aid to the citizens of North Korea and push for more substantial economic reforms to improve their quality of life. Ultimately, it is the North Korean people who must take matters into their own hands and push their government toward a more democratic society.