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Benoist

French political writer, cited in discussions of pluralism.

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First appearance: xx the growth of democracy in america

Benoist shows up with force in XXVIII: Political Pluralism. The page is where that presence becomes real.

Quoted for advocating that the state must recognize private associations and group representation to avoid 'the stupid force of number.'
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In XXVIII: Political Pluralism: Quoted for advocating that the state must recognize private associations and group representation to avoid 'the stupid force of number.' Later, in XXXIII: Increasing Recognition of the…

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