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Philosopher Thomas Hobbes believed that it is for her that the state exists. Without it, human life is short, poor and lonely. In order to regulate it, laws are passed, and numerous state bodies protect it. Because of it, legal and illegal actions are taken, because of it, states are attacked and non-state organizations are persecuted. Because of it, citizens' rights are sometimes further restricted. Why are all these things done for her? Why is she so valuable? Listen to History on Thursdays.