Quotation by

Lord Acton

Power tends to corrupt and absolute power corrupts absolutely.

Power

Understanding this quote AI Analysis

When someone has a little power, it often makes them act in dishonest or harmful ways. If a person has complete control without limits, they are almost certain to become completely corrupt and abusive.

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