In his important book "The State in Theory and Practice," the political thinker Harold J. Laski provides us with a deep analysis of the concept of the state, exploring its nature, origins, goals, and the possibility of achieving justice in practical reality. Laski starts from the basic idea that the state is not an ideal entity, but rather a product of power relations and interests in society. It discusses in detail the justifications for the establishment of the state and its monopoly of power, and the limits that must restrict this power to ensure that it does not turn into a tool of oppression and tyranny. Laski highlights the importance of the "basic law" (the Constitution) in defining the powers of the state and protecting the rights and freedoms of individuals. It also discusses the role of citizens in monitoring the state and holding it accountable to ensure that it does not deviate from its noble goals.

كان "هارولد ج. لاسكي" (1893-1950) واحدًا من أبرز المُفكّرين السياسيّين في القرن العشرين. وقد اشتُهر بِدفاعِهِ عن الديمقراطية الاشتراكية وَنقدِهِ للرأسمالية. وَقد أثّرت كتاباتُهُ تأثيرًا كبيرًا في حركةِ العمّال في بريطانيا وَفي عديدٍ من دُوَلِ العالم.