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Carl Schmitt for the Masses: The Concept of the Political pt.1

Carl Schmitt for the Masses: The Concept of the Political pt.1

Most these days have heard of Carl Schmitt's Friend-Enemy distinction. What is it all about and why is it important for us today to understand this idea?

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3 years ago · 12 likes · 4 comments · κρῠπτός

Carl Schmitt’s The Concept of the Political is one of his more accessible books, which means it is merely a difficult read, and not hellishly imposing. There is so much material relevant to today in this work. “Prescient” is a fitting word. At the same time, this volume is challenging not so much because he is difficult to read but because Schmitt attac…

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