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State repression

Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated August 2025
Verified for the 2027 exam
Verified for the 2027 examWritten by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated August 2025

Definition

Use of coercive force by the state to suppress political opposition, dissent, or groups arising from social cleavages.

AP course connection

Topic 3.8: 3.8 Political and Social Cleavages

Unit 3