Why does Tilly describe the state as a protection racket?

A. because the state promises to protect the citizens
B. because the state falsely promises to protect the citizens
C. because the state promises to protect the citizens from dangers that it poses to them
D. because he is referring to dictatorial states


C. because the state promises to protect the citizens from dangers that it poses to them

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Indicate whether this statement is true or false.

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Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).

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