The Political Theology That Maintains State Power

Tags: Big Government, Law, Legal System

12/01/2024 John Kennedy

While it is tempting to think of state power as being maintained by sheer force, it still needs a “theological” justification, be it secular or religious. The US state is no exception.

Original article: The Political Theology That Maintains State Power

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