Quote by Todd Gitlin

Right now, we have no possibility of politics because we have a one-party state.

Right now, we have no possibility of politics because we hav

Summary

This quote suggests that due to the dominance of a single political party, the current situation is devoid of any genuine political engagement or debate. The absence of multiple parties who can offer different perspectives prevents true political competition and the effective functioning of democracy. As a result, decision-making power is concentrated in the hands of one party, limiting the range of ideas and viewpoints that can shape political discourse and hindering the possibility of meaningful politics.

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By Todd Gitlin

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