The army and navy and the police, in particular, occupy a special position in the state; if they were free, like ordinary citizens, to withdraw their labour as they pleased, the executive power would be in an impossible position.
Laski argues that the unique roles of the military and police necessitate restrictions on their ability to strike or withdraw labor.
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