The political is a constant state of conflict from "summary" of The Concept of the Political by Carl Schmitt
The political is fundamentally defined by the presence of conflict. This conflict is not merely an occasional occurrence, but rather a constant state of being within the realm of the political. It is through this perpetual struggle that the political is able to establish and maintain its own existence. Without conflict, the political would cease to exist as a distinct entity, blending into the background of everyday life. The concept of the political as a constant state of conflict is rooted in the idea of the friend-enemy distinction. According to this concept, the political is defined by the presence of an enemy, someone or something that stands in opposition to the political entity. This enmity is not limited to physical conflict, but can also manifest in ideological or cultural clashes. Regardless of the form it takes, this conflict is essential to the political, shaping i...
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