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It is no more possible to take that view than it is to say that all governments deserve support when they confront a rebellion of their subjects.
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Harold J. Laski
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gutenberg.orgIt is no more possible to take that view than it is to say that all governments deserve support when they confront a rebellion of their subjects.
Laski compares the legitimacy of government actions against general strikes to those against rebellions.
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