Harold J. Laski: “Government there must be if political society is to endure; but its…”

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Government there must be if political society is to endure; but its form and substance are dependent upon popular institution.

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This quote reflects Laski's view on the necessity of government for political society, emphasizing its dependence on popular will.

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