Most people probably associate the phrase âcoup dâetatâ with a sudden, violent takeover, with tanks around government buildings, takeover of media channels, purges of dissidents, arrests, and so on. But this is not always the case. The usurpers can also seize power without violence, in a completely legal and democratic way, with the consent or even enthusiasm of the people. There are many âexistential threatsâ (climate crisis, refugee crises, terrorism, pandemics etc.) that can be used to establish a firmer and more centralised governance. This can be a gradual process, barely perceivable until itâs almost a fait accomplĂ. This urgent book describes the process, reveals the methods, and identifies the agents.
