The rule of law is a key factor in Legalism,a traditional Chinese political thought.Politics and the rule of law are differentIn the area where the rule of law illy applies,politics thrivesThe rule of law promotes regularity,whereas politics advocates changeThe Legalist school clearly distinguishes politics(in which the ruler carries out his political maneuvers and positional power)from the rule of law emphasizing its efficacyPolitics and the rule of law coexist without interfering with each otherLegalists do not intend to completely restrain the ruler's authority by using the rule of lawWhat they try to prevent the ruler from doing is his interference with the implementation of lawThe dark side of politics accompanies the bright side of law,and they form the two sides of the same coinThis situation cannot be changed in terms of ethical position or moral inclination;it is the destiny of politicsLegalists can never rely on a new type of ruler to create an ideal state ruled by laws