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The Paradox of Power: Weakness in Coercive Authority

This chapter examines the use of federal troops in urban protests, focusing on the situation in Los Angeles and wider implications for governance. It argues that the reliance on violent force reveals a weakness in authority, advocating for a deeper understanding of societal motivations over fear-driven responses.

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