all-or-nothing

[ awl-er-nuhth-ing ]

/ ˈɔl ərˈnʌθ ɪŋ /

not allowing for qualification or compromise; either fully or not at all operative: an all-or-nothing approach.

Origin of all-or-nothing

First recorded in 1755–65

American politics has also too frequently become an all-or-nothing proposition, making the USA the United States of Agita.

Neither "Best Friend" Nor "Anti-Israel" |Gil Troy |October 17, 2012 |DAILY BEAST
We knew this would be a big swing, an all-or-nothing proposition.

Could Judd Apatow and Kristen Wiig’s ‘Bridesmaids’ Nab an Oscar? |Chris Lee |December 13, 2011 |DAILY BEAST
The all-or-nothing crowd is focused on an anti-tax litmus test, default be damned.

Where the GOP Went Wrong on Deficits and Debt |John Avlon |July 19, 2011 |DAILY BEAST
But in the all-or-nothing world of hyper-partisans even trying to transcend political labels is a traitorous act.

My War With Rush Limbaugh |John Avlon |December 16, 2010 |DAILY BEAST

Balance seems too subtle a concept for all-or-nothing absolutists.

The GOP's War on Teddy Roosevelt |John Avlon |March 9, 2010 |DAILY BEAST
He liked and trusted Jaimie, but the man had no experience in this field—and this sounded like an all-or-nothing shot.

The Merchants of Venus |A. H. Phelps
We have rejected any all-or-nothing posture which would leave no choice but inglorious retreat or unlimited retaliation.

Complete State of the Union Addresses from 1790 to 2006 |Various