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Harold J. Laski: “Is there, that is, a way in which the average citizen of the modern state can be persuaded that it is in his interest to…”

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Is there, that is, a way in which the average citizen of the modern state can be persuaded that it is in his interest to be vigilant against those who would invade his rights?
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Harold J. Laski

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Here, Laski questions how to motivate citizens to protect their rights against potential infringements.

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