The question of legitimacy cannot be answered by legality al... - Carl Schmitt

This quote is attributed to Carl Schmitt.

"The question of legitimacy cannot be answered by legality alone."

Carl Schmitt Justice

Jurist, Political Theorist German 1888–1985

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"Every general norm presupposes a normal, regular situation in which it can function."

"Political theology is the science of the exception."

"Justice must always prevail."

"You think I'm just some animal?"

"Fighting for what's right never gets easier."

"Justice is worth fighting for."