The state's monopoly on violence suppresses dissent and enforces obedience from "summary" of The Origins of Totalitarianism by Hannah Arendt
The state's ability to maintain a monopoly on violence is crucial for its control over its citizens. This monopoly allows the state to suppress any form of dissent or resistance that may arise within the population. By holding the exclusive right to use force, the state can quash any opposition and enforce obedience among the people. When the state possesses the sole authority to wield violence, it becomes the ultimate arbiter of power. Any challenge to the state's supremacy is met with swift and severe punishment, ensuring that dissent is swiftly crushed. This creates a climate of fear among the populace, discouraging any form of resistance or rebellion. In totalitarian regimes, this monopoly on violence is wielded with ruthless efficiency. The state appar...
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