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“Arbitrary rule has its basis, not in the strength of the state or the chief, but in the moral weakness of the individual, who submits almost without resistance to the domineering power.”

Quote by Friedrich Ratzel

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Friedrich Ratzel
Friedrich Ratzel

Friedrich Ratzel (August 30, 1844 - August 9, 1904) was a German geographer known for his theoretical contributions to the relationship between geographical environment and human behavior. more

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