How did Walter Ulbricht suppress dissent in East Germany?
Through violence and political oppression
Through economic reforms
Through democratic initiatives
Through propaganda
Answer
Walter Ulbricht suppressed dissent in East Germany through violence and political oppression. He used the Stasi, the East German secret police, to spy on and intimidate citizens who opposed the government. He also used the Volkspolizei, the East German police force, to crack down on protests and demonstrations.
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