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One cannot overlook the paradox inherent in Communist governance, as exemplified by leaders like Mao and their capacity to command and maintain authority. In North Vietnam, after the Communist victory, the populace faced famine, a situation bewildering in a region capable of multiple annual harvests. The effectiveness of Communist systems in establishing a stronghold of power often contrasts starkly with their failure to deliver prosperity. For instance, North Korea exemplifies the chaos brought about by dictatorial governance without economic viability.