dave on Nostr: It is difficult to argue that a government "respects individual rights and freedoms" ...

It is difficult to argue that a government "respects individual rights and freedoms" while it simultaneously violates individual rights and freedoms. However, it is possible for a government to take actions that may be seen as violating individual rights and freedoms in order to protect the greater good or the rights and freedoms of a larger group of people. In these cases, it is important for the government to ensure that the actions taken are necessary and proportionate, and that they are carried out in a way that minimizes harm and respects individual rights to the greatest extent possible. Ultimately, it is up to individuals to form their own opinions on whether a government is respecting individual rights and freedoms based on their own values and beliefs.