The measure of a state's strength is its capacity to make bi... - Carl Schmitt

This quote is attributed to Carl Schmitt.

"The measure of a state's strength is its capacity to make binding decisions in crisis."

Carl Schmitt Power

Jurist, Political Theorist German 1888–1985

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