Harold J. Laski: “The state, therefore, is entitled to define that sphere and to limit…”

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The state, therefore, is entitled to define that sphere and to limit the activities of trade unions to matters that come within it.

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Harold J. Laski

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Laski states that the state has the authority to define the scope of trade union activities.

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Harold J. Laski: “The state, therefore, is entitled to define that sphere and to limit the activities of trade unions to matters that come…”