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Assimilated Minds in political power are dangerous than Assmilators
In the echo, there are many examples in the history of political power of dominant ideologies that shape individual minds. While the architects and architects of oppressive systems – the so-called assimilators – are no doubt primarily responsible for creating them, there is often a chilling paradox: those who assimilate into the dominant political force, especially when they rise within it, can become more dangerous and ruthless than the very forces that created them.
The “assimilated mind” In Frantz Fanons “New human species”in political power poses a unique and intensified threat, often surpassing the cruelty and rigidity of its assimilators, due to factors such as the zeal of the convert, the obliteration of prior identity, the insecurity of belonging, and the drive for ideological purity.
There can no be the best prey assimilated minds in political power as two individual, Abiy Ahmed and Brehanu Nega for this essay as it was well known that Brehau Nega is Abiy Ahmed’s (\”brain\”) mentor initially, even worse Abiy appointed him to take a charge of the Ministry of Education, more plausibly is that Brehanu has assigned for it himself .
This rise a more, very crucial and determinate issues on education most importantly in Oromia . Is that a camouflage to distort or to promote education fairly? What qualified an economist by training to take a responsibility of Education Minister? .
Without understanding the intricate art and science of teaching and learning, decisions can become dangerously detached from the realities of Education the classroom, alienating educators and ultimately failing to prepare future generation and educations for a complex world. Lack of pedagogical insight can be easily exploited to distort the educational agenda for political gain and that is the case in Oromia if not in the entire Empire
The Zeal of the Convert
Firstly, the zeal of the convert often propels the assimilated mind to extremes. Individuals who have undergone a profound ideological or political conversion frequently feel an intense need to prove their loyalty and commitment to their new identity. This often manifests as an overzealous adherence to the new doctrine, surpassing even the original proponents.
The assimilators, being the originators, may operate with a degree of pragmatism or strategic flexibility, having designed the system with its inherent compromises or long-term goals. The assimilated, however, might interpret the ideology with unyielding dogmatism, viewing any deviation as betrayal.
Historically, this can be seen in the fanaticism of the Red Guards during Mao’s Cultural Revolution, who often outdid Party veterans in their destructive purges, or the ruthlessness of former revolutionaries who, once assimilated into Stalin’s regime, became its most brutal enforcers during the Great Purge, eliminating even their former comrades with a ferocity Stalin himself might have found instrumentally useful but less ideologically pure.
In the perpetually grim landscape of the so-called Abyssinian Empire, a disheartening cycle of power transfer dominates, yet brings no genuine evolution. Political authority, far from representing progress or change, merely shifts from one set of fictitious and meaningless names to the next.
Each new faction, assuming the mantle of a ‘licensee,’ consolidates its hold, dictating the lives of the people effectively incarcerated within this backward and barbaric domain. These superficial rotations at the top, however, cast no ripple into the profound stagnation of daily existence for the civilian population.
The vast majority remains bound to a subsistence life, their survival inexorably linked to the ancient, laborious rhythm of ox-drawn plowing, a practice that has endured for thousands of years. Even in the 21st century, as the rest of the world navigates technological leaps and societal transformation, the fundamental tools and daily grind defining life here are indistinguishable from those of their distant ancestors, underscoring a brutal irony: the faces of power may change, but the chains of archaic existence remain unbroken.
Obliteration or suppression of a former identity
Secondly, the process of assimilation frequently involves the obliteration or suppression of a former identity, leading to a dangerous psychological displacement. For individuals to fully embrace a new political or ideological framework, especially one that demands absolute loyalty, they may have to disavow or even demonize their previous beliefs, cultural ties, or personal histories.
This act of self-erasure can lead to a profound lack of empathy, not only for those who maintain their original identities but also for themselves. When such individuals ascend to power, their policies can be marked by a chilling detachment and a willingness to inflict extreme suffering on “others” – those who embody the very identity they have struggled to shed.
Their cruelty becomes a testament to their successful internal conquest, a proof of their transformation. The assimilators might view their targets as obstacles; the assimilated might view them as a reflection of a hated former self, demanding eradication.
Insecurity of belonging
Thirdly, the insecurity of belonging fuels the assimilated mind’s potential for danger. Having invested so much in their new identity and having often come from a position of “outsider,” the assimilated individual may harbor a deep-seated fear of being exposed as disloyal, insufficiently committed, or still tainted by their past.
This insecurity drives them to be more rigid, more punitive, and more eager to identify and punish perceived enemies than the original assimilators, who often possess the inherent confidence of the established order. Their actions become a constant performance of loyalty, designed to cement their position within the power structure.
This can lead to witch hunts, purges, and the institutionalization of paranoia, as seen in various totalitarian regimes where those most eager to prove their allegiance were often the most ruthless in rooting out dissent, real or imagined.
Delusional Ideological purity : “I kow-it- all ”
Finally, the assimilated mind often prioritizes ideological purity above all else, leading to a profound disregard for practical consequences or human suffering. While assimilators might be driven by power, control, or a twisted vision of societal benefit, they may retain a strategic awareness of the need for stability or a grudging acknowledgment of reality.
The assimilated, however, having fully internalized the ideology, may see any compromise or pragmatic adjustment as a weakening of the core principles. They become the unwavering guardians of the dogma, incapable of nuance or compassion, leading to policies that are ruthlessly consistent but devastatingly inhumane. Their blindness to the human cost stems from a belief that the ideology itself is the ultimate good, and any sacrifice in its name is justified.
Driven by the zeal of the convert, the trauma of self-erasure, the gnawing insecurity of their new identity, and an unyielding commitment to ideological purity, these individuals can become the most unyielding, empathetic, and dangerous enforcers of the very systems that molded them.
The Abyssinian intellectual landscape, or perhaps more accurately, its deficit, has long been plagued by a pervasive intellectual mimicry. What often passes for “knowledge” is merely a sophisticated form of plagiarism or imitation, where individuals, by citing what they genuinely comprehend nothing of, elevate themselves to the status of “knowledgeable” persons in their mind and on the stage or in the hall are they are “Prophets” and knows all.
Their minds, devoid of true critical engagement or original thought, function like mere cassette recorders, faithfully playing back information they have absorbed but never truly processed or understood. This profound disconnect between pretense and actual comprehension has rendered them not facilitators of progress, but an immense burden.
Far from offering solutions, this pervasive intellectual void has historically positioned them as a major impediment to the well-being of the entire population. Indeed, from the very inception of the empire to the present day, this deficit has persisted, trapping the people within a metaphorical “prison house” of arrested development and unaddressed challenges.
In the perpetually grim landscape of the so-called Abyssinian Empire, a disheartening cycle of power transfer dominates, yet brings no genuine evolution. Political authority, far from representing progress or change, merely shifts from one set of fictitious and meaningless names to the next. Each new faction, assuming the mantle of a ‘licensee,’ consolidates its hold, dictating the lives of the people effectively incarcerated within this backward and barbaric domain.
These superficial rotations at the top, however, cast no ripple into the profound stagnation of daily existence for the civilian population. The vast majority remains bound to a subsistence life, their survival inexorably linked to the ancient, laborious rhythm of ox-drawn plowing, a practice that has endured for thousands of years.
Even in the 21st century, as the rest of the world navigates technological leaps and societal transformation, the fundamental tools and daily grind defining life here are indistinguishable from those of their distant ancestors, underscoring a brutal irony: the faces of power may change, but the chains of archaic existence remain unbroken.
The nominal “parliament” has been always composed of individuals who have been elected through a flawed by mimicry called electoral process that is often rigged and manipulated by those in power. In fact it has been premeditated and accomplished plan the power holder worked out intensively and selected individuals and grooms them officially.
That has been the default of all personal dictators who sat tall in Finfinnee (hot spring water? or Shagar (a wonderful land) at the central plateau of Tuulamaa Oromo, the heart of Oromia tha fall at the hand of half devil and half Habesha fanatic Nafxaanya hordes in 1889 who erased and renamed to a childish name called “Addis Ababa” to the very date.
Thus the current self serving ruthless dictator named Abiy Ahmed Ali cloud not be otherwise except his claims and considered as an Oromo by Duple-helix (DNA). He effectively used his Oromo heritage as double-edged sword. On one side he used it as potent source of legitimacy especially when he appeal to the largely Oromo People for his personal and political advantage to come to power and cling into by all meas possible.
Breaking the Wall of Fear and Doubt
The self-serving personal dictator and his cohesive loyal circles are not concerned about the awareness of the people. Regardless of the suffering and hardships faced by the citizens, such as death or illness, or the stagnant salary, the dictator and his inner circle remain content and even rejoice. They exploit these circumstances to further their own agendas and objectives, using the people’s misery as a means to buy more time for themselves.
The dictator’s primary concern is maintaining his power and control over the population, regardless of the consequences. He and his loyalists create an environment of fear and oppression, manipulating the people into believing that they are the only ones capable of providing stability and order. This illusion is maintained through propaganda, censorship, and the suppression of dissent.
In the dictator’s eyes, the suffering of the people is a necessary sacrifice for the greater good, which is the preservation of his rule. He exploits their desperation and vulnerability, promising them security and prosperity in exchange for their unwavering loyalty and support. The dictator’s regime is built on a foundation of lies and deception, designed to keep the people in a state of constant fear and dependency.The loyal circles surrounding the dictator are equally complicit in this deceit
To address the negative impact the people of this open prison house must break the wall of fear and doubt that has been erected by these self-serving entities by all means they can. As civil through peaceful means, such as non-violent protests, civil disobedience, and the use of social media to raise awareness about the issues facing the people.
Conclusion
Understanding this dynamic is crucial for recognizing the subtle, yet potent, forms of tyranny that can emerge not just from the top, but from within the ranks of those who have most fully embraced – and been consumed by – the dominant power’s ideology.
The echo chamber of an assimilated mind in power rings with a distinct and terrifying clarity, often louder and more destructive than the original call.Abiy Ahmed’s parliament and the conglomerates of thieves of the people have shown a self-serving nature the Mafia or Gags of drug dealers known in South America not State .
while the foundational dangers of oppressive political power originate with the assimilators who conceive and establish such systems, the assimilated mind, when elevated to positions of power, often amplifies and intensifies these dangers.
These entities have created problems for the people and their neighbors, and their actions have undermined the democratic process and the rule of law. To address these issues, the people of Ethiopia must break the wall of fear and doubt and demand better governance from their leaders. By working together, they can create a more just and equitable society where the rights and freedoms of all are respected and protected.
Unity for common goals, reading each other is crucial, working together is strength to demand rights and to force the regime to fulfill his obligation, accountability,where the people’s rights and freedoms are respected and protected, hold those in power accountable for their actions and ensure that they are working in the best interests of the people.
It is only a liberated mind that liberate his land!!!