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Based on the lectures and on the seminars, discuss the following assertion: The power of a Nation-state can only be exercised over citizens if it resorts as much to legitimate coercion as to symbols and the imagination. What does it mean? Do you agree? Use precisely defined concepts, as well as empirical examples, to justify your answer.

Please use the lectures notes I provided in the additional materials for reference.

Please structure your arguments in sections and sub-sections (when relevant) for greater clarity.

Please add page numbers to the document.