What happens when North Koreans try to buy a TV? An escapee shares shocking truth
North Korea's government tightly controls television buying and viewing, allowing only state-approved content focused on glorifying the Kim family. Citizens face severe restrictions on personal freedoms, including haircuts. The regime's pervasive censorship aims to isolate the population and suppress dissent, making escape difficult. Defector testimonies, like Timothy Cho's, reveal the harsh realities of life within the country.
North Korea's government tightly controls television buying and viewing, allowing only state-approved content focused on glorifying the Kim family. Citizens face severe restrictions on personal freedoms, including haircuts. The regime's pervasive censorship aims to isolate the population and suppress dissent, making escape difficult. Defector testimonies, like Timothy Cho's, reveal the harsh realities of life within the country.
