It also showed me how the shutting down of freedom of speech and liberties leaves citizens paralysed and in fear of the State apparatus. From that day forward I chose to believe in the power of peace and freedom of expression, and protecting the actions of people under the law for the person and family and the country. And I have learnt that from that darkness does come light and freedom. Prosperity and democracy are the only path for a Westernised nation, but it can be taken away from you by political or warring factions or bad economic situations. 