[threatripper]

If you assume the government to be lawful and of high morals, of course. On the other hand, if your country is run by literal Nazis, the idea doesn't sound so good anymore. I hope your ancestry is pure of whatever lineage the rulers of the next fascist empire will be.

[popnroll]

But in that case you've already lost all freedom. What can be done in a fascist country by sending encrypted messages?

[threatripper]

You can organize resistance on all levels. People who put their life on the line for others can coordinate inside the country and with forces outside of the country. This is a huge danger to the ruling group since it is only a small minority and many people get not only their freedoms taken away but also their riches. Therefore before establishing a fascist government you must first control communication to a high degree to be able to suppress opposition effectively.

[popnroll]

Today you can follow the movements of anyone with technology. You're already screwed. The messages could not organize a resistance