Quotation by

Alexander Hamilton

In the general course of human nature, A power over a man's subsistence amounts to a power over his will.

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If someone controls the basic means that a person needs to live, such as food or money, they can influence that person's decisions and actions. This is because the person's survival depends on what the controlling party provides, giving the latter significant control over their choices.

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