Power and Anarchy
John discusses the concept of the Leviathan, emphasizing how states must navigate an anarchic international system by maximizing their power to survive. He explores the psychological underpinnings of the will to power, contrasting individual motivations with the structural imperatives faced by states. Military might emerges as a crucial element in this dynamic, with population size and wealth serving as foundational building blocks of national power.In this clip
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