"When the Syrian revolution ignited alongside my rebellious teenage years, some Syrians began telling their own stories, the ones the regime didn't want us to speak."
"Fear became a national language. Forgetting was a form of protection."
For over fifty years, Syria has been dominated by the oppressive Assad regime, which employed tools of violence, propaganda, and forced disappearances to erase the memories of its citizens. This pervasive fear led to a culture of silence and historical amnesia, where speaking the truth became dangerous. As the Syrian revolution unfolded, some began to share their own stories, challenging the regime's narrative despite the risks involved. The author recounts personal experiences of living under such conditions, highlighting the complexities of communication and resistance even after fleeing to the United States, where disinformation persisted.
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