In far right spaces, you hear Carl Schmitt referred to frequently, in particular his emphasis on the centrality of the friend/enemy distinction. For people interested in understanding the influences behind those attempting to dismantle the liberal democratic world order, this is worth reading:
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Peter Gratton
In this substack, I provide an explainer of Schmitt for those who need it, plus take up some points from @sharonk.bsky.social, @gregk.co.uk, and others here: Schmitt Explained, Plus His Critics and the Con of Sovereignty petergratton.substack.com/p/schmitt-ex...
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